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WardsAuto Daily

OCTOBER 7, 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.

German Automakers Leading Way to 48V Electrification

Wards Intelligence Report
Of the 48V hybrid sales forecast globally for 2019, Europe accounts for 33%. That penetration will rise to 47% in 2024, according to a new Wards Intelligence report, “Power Shift: 48V Takes Hold.”

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Autoline Daily 2019: Top Industry News

Ford Updates European Models; NASA Tests First Electric Plane; Toyota Teaching Robots with VR

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In Search of Combustion’s Next Wankel-Like ‘Better Idea’

Hundreds of oddball engine ideas have been proposed, at least two of which might yet grab a Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Award.

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UAW Strike Against GM Drags Into Fourth Week

In a letter to local UAW officers, union vice president Terry Dittes says weekend talks had taken a turn for the worse and GM’s counteroffer to the UAW’s proposals was unacceptable.

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Bosch Devices Prevent Electric Shock in EV Crashes

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Bosch microchips control small explosive charges attached to electric vehicles’ batteries and isolate the power supply in the event of a collision.

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Wards 10 Best Engines Video Tribute from FCA

In celebrating 25 years of Wards 10 Best Engines, automakers were invited to submit videos focusing on powertrain challenges of the past and those lying ahead. This is the fifth of six videos posting throughout the year.

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Luxury Liftback to Be Audi’s Fifth EV Model

Designed to rival the Tesla Model S, Audi’s fifth electric model is described as being similar in size to the A7 Sportback.

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2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible Gallery

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The 2020 Chevy Corvette Stingray convertible will be available to U.S. customers in first-quarter 2020, with a right-hand-drive version going to international customers later. The coupe enters production at GM’s Bowling Green, KY, assembly plant at the end of this year.

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