Vehicles and Performance Publications

The Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ are built off the same chassis and use the same four-cylinder boxer engine and fuel-injection system, but the FR-S debuts an industry-first infotainment technology--direct messaging via Twitter using the multimedia connected audio system.

New Denso system, Hyundai EV project demonstrate efficiencies from separate zones for climate control. A Delphi/General Motors project with a DOE grant evaluates use of thermoelectric modules for spot cooling in front-seat occupant zones.

The 106 open-wheel racecars vying for top honors at the 2012 Formula SAE Michigan challenge were design originals developed and built by collegiate engineering students.

As Vehicle Engineering Manager for the Ford Escape, Ron Razzano is used to overcoming obstacles, managing hundreds of often-conflicting vehicle attributes. In his free time, Razzano also goes to great lengths to face challenges, often the peaks of some of the world’s top mountain ranges.

The company says the philosophy behind the new pavers is threefold: lower consumption, lower emissions, and lower costs.