HEADLINES ARCHIVE
EV Charger Is in Development by Solstin
By reducing centerline variance, self-driving EVs would hold the centerline more securely and draw more power.
Low-Emission Vehicles Are Less Costly
Luxury sedans such as the Mercedes E350 are more expensive per mile than the Chevrolet Suburban but emit about two-thirds as much carbon.
Cummins Updates X15 Engines to Focus on Efficiency, Emissions
Improved specs could lead to lower operating costs with up to 20% better fuel economy and 40% lower maintenance costs than with the 2010 ISX15 engines.
Adaptive Technology Aids Vehicle Steering, Ford Says
Adaptive steering can add or subtract rotations at the steering wheel. Up to one full revolution can be saved at low speeds when steering lock-to-lock.
A Hybrid Unmanned Ground Vehicle Is Developed for the Army
The vehicle combines a modular hybrid unmanned ground vehicle made for military applications with robotic control technology.
"Premium" Gas Does Not Necessarily Improve Performance
AAA found no benefit to using premium gasoline in a vehicle that requires only regular-grade fuel.
Pegasus TransTech, Geotab Team on Fleet Management System
Transflo includes data and telematics software for fleet managers.
Temperature-resistant Automotive Fuel Cell Membrane
The membrane operates over a wide temperature range and may last three times longer than comparable commercial products.
Productivity Boost Unlikely for Those in Self-driving Cars, Survey Says
Almost 36% of Americans say they would be so apprehensive that they would only watch the road.
Solar Electric Car Self-charges on a Sunny Day
The roof, hood, rear, and bodywork of the vehicle include monocrystalline silicon cells that are covered by a layer of lightweight, shatterproof, weather-resistant polycarbonate.
International Truck Offers Collision Mitigation System as Standard
Bendix Wingman Advanced gives drivers information regarding following distance and alerts regarding stationary objects.
Nissan LEAF Battery Available Sans Car
The first battery packs are currently being fitted into a number of niche, off-highway vehicles and scalable energy storage for both domestic and commercial markets.
Continental Tests Tires with Dandelion Treads
The long-term goal of Continental's research is to find an ecologically and economically viable solution to the increasing demand for natural rubber.
One-Pedal Driving Helps Electric Car have Longer Range
One-pedal driving can add up to 5% of range to the Bolt EV, GM says.
Intelligent Car-Racking System
A numerical process simulates hundreds of thousands of loading scenarios and generates recommendations on the most efficient combination of cars in each shipping container.
Fuel Cell Vehicle for Military Applications
Fuel cell propulsion has low-end torque capability that is useful in an off-road environment.
Targeted Road Maintenance Could Reduce Vehicle Emissions
Maintaining just 1.5% of the roadway network could lead to a reduction of 10% in vehicle-related greenhouse gas emissions.
Cold Start Engine Emissions
Almost all emissions in properly functioning new vehicles came out immediately after starting the cars when their engines were cold.
Latest Applications for Flexible Circuits
A wide range of technologies has benefited from flexible circuit designs and advanced flexible circuit material options. More advancements are in store.
Engine Cold Start Redesign Could Cut Emissions
Researchers say that almost all emissions in properly functioning new vehicles come out just after starting the cars when their engines were still cold.