Protean unveils production in-wheel electric drive system29-Apr-2013 12:31 GMT
Using motors that fit within a pair or all wheels of a vehicle, it is designed to be an integral part of a hybrid powertrain system when paired with a traditional internal-combustion engine, or it could be the only source of traction drive in pure electric vehicles. The plug-and-play nature of the concept can offer a transitional solution for automakers.
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New Volvo FM truck gets dynamic steering, intelligent I-See system
15-Apr-2013 22:24 GMT
Following the launch of the Volvo FH at the IAA Show at Hanover last September, Volvo Trucks has launched a revised FM range at the U.K. CV Show, ahead of the start of production in September 2013.
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Active grille shutters, LED light pipes among near-term technology on International concept truck (Video)
15-Apr-2013 21:46 GMT
The truck maker's Project Horizon concept showcases technology related to aerodynamics, lighting, and chassis that could be on the road within 24 to 36 months.
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World-first plastic engine support for new Mercedes GL
27-Mar-2013 11:38 GMT
The plastic engine support is said to offer acoustic and weight-saving benefits compared to aluminum.
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Ductile iron/gray iron rotor from Sanluis Rassini debuts on new Corvette
18-Mar-2013 20:49 GMT
An industry-first brake rotor made of ductile iron and gray iron debuts on the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray as part of the Z51 performance package.
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Toyota takes the i-Road
12-Mar-2013 14:28 GMT
For a collaborative European project, the company will provide up to 70 ultracompact urban electric vehicles including a vehicle developed from the i-Road concept shown at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, so it looks destined to enter some form of production.
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Cutting costs of carbon composites
27-Feb-2013 13:39 GMT
Automotive lightweighting needs drive progress toward cheaper fiber and high-throughput processing.
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VW and BASF develop all-plastic front-end carrier for new Golf
25-Feb-2013 21:13 GMT
Working with Volkswagen, BASF created a front-end carrier for the new Golf Mk. VII that saves weight, assembly time, and costs. The carrier uses only plastic, eliminating the use of sheet steel parts.
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Composites simulation can accelerate acceptance
21-Feb-2013 16:37 GMT
David Mason, Vice President of Global Automotive for Altair Engineering, discusses how modeling and FE analysis tools can help engineers optimize their structural composite designs—and ultimately "catalyze composites growth" in the automotive sector.
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Magna truck-chassis concept promises 30% weight reduction
19-Feb-2013 18:38 GMT
A lightweight HSS frame intended for use in long-haul transport is claimed to weigh 30% less than conventional truck frames. The concept was developed and optimized by Engineering Center Steyr, Magna Powertrain’s R&D center for truck engineering in cooperation with Cosma International.
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