AUGUST 25, 2017

Gearing Up: Chevy’s Latest Traverse Adds Space, Power, Efficiency

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Chevrolet’s new-look Traverse 3-row CUV shares styling with its bigger, brawnier Tahoe and Suburban SUV siblings, gains interior cargo space, loses weight and adds powertrain options geared toward increasing fuel economy without sacrificing performance.

Many look to make a difference. At BorgWarner, we’re actually doing it. Every day, we’re innovating new technologies that can be found in efficient gasoline, clean diesel, hybrid and pure electric vehicles as well as in commercial and on/off-highway applications. We’re driven to create a clean, energy-efficient world.

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Audi Equips A8 with 3D Sound System, German Car Buyers Shun Diesels, Car Sales Won’t Rebound in August

Power Creation. Power Distribution. Power Optimization. It’s what we do.
Automotive, truck and bus customers around the globe rely on Eaton to help improve fuel efficiency in an increasingly stringent regulatory environment. We manage mechanical, hydraulic, and electric power efficiently and safely throughout the vehicle, maximizing performance through system integration and intelligent software. Learn more at Eaton.com/vehicle.

Delphi Touts 48V/DSF System as Inexpensive Diesel Alternative

The supplier’s combination of a super-smart cylinder deactivation system with advanced mild-hybrid technology works seamlessly in a 1.8L Volkswagen Passat test vehicle and promises big gains in fuel-economy ratings and emissions reduction.

ArcelorMittal makes cars stronger and safer from the inside out.
ArcelorMittal’s S-in motion® program incorporates strength, safety and sustainability into lightweight steel solutions for vehicles. See how ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company, is making a material difference for automakers at drivesteel.com.

’18 Chevrolet Traverse

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Chevrolet upgrades the Traverse CUV for ’18 with a boxier look that gives it a big bump in cargo capacity. New powertrain options and a 351-lb. weight reduction improve fuel economy.

The Trump administration has pulled out of the Paris Agreement , but CO2 reduction remains a big global motivator. During WardsAuto Outlook on Sept. 14, we'll explore current and future regulations in major markets, including EU, China, North America, and more. Register now to join us and get insights into the risks and opportunities these trends pose for your business.

Low-Voltage EV Proves Durability in Zurich Testing

NanoFlowcell is running real-world trials of its Quantino 48V to showcase the technology as a cleaner, greener and less-costly alternative to lithium-ion-powered battery-electric vehicles.

Europe-Built Next-Gen Commodore Tested in Native Oz

“We’ve been collaborating with our colleagues in GM Europe to make sure we’ve been able to apply all of the lessons we’ve learned in developing Commodores over the last 30 years,” lead dynamics engineer Rob Trubiani says.

Can YOU win on the new automotive battleground: UX?
Sexy exterior styling and great performance do not sway consumers like they used to. Now it’s connectivity, convenience and other innovative tech inside that seals the deal. Automakers and suppliers alike are racing to give their brands’ user experience a competitive advantage, and the WardsAuto UX Conference on October 5 is focused on how to get there. LEARN MORE

Suppliers Need to Keep Their Heads in Driverless World

From airbags to autonomous, there could be commercially fatal risk to suppliers.

Reports Say VW CEO Told of Emissions Cheating in July 2015

German media reports say an unidentified Volkswagen quality manager told then-CEO Martin Winterkorn on July 27, 2015, that the automaker had falsified emissions-tests results in the U.S., a month before says its executive board learned of the cheating.

Semi-Autonomous Truck Convoys Planned for Testing in U.K.

Under the U.K. government's £8.1 million program, a lead truck driven manually will control the acceleration, braking and steering of two trailing trucks connected to it wirelessly, both with drivers ready to take control if needed.

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