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The article looks at the efforts of several original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) within the automotive industry to realize the potential of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries as a reliable power source for electric vehicle (EV) applications. It highlights how researchers at firms like Ford, Bosch, and Johnson Matthey are developing advanced electrode-active materials for energy storage, along with stabilizing additives and ceramic separators aimed at extending the cycle life of Li-ion cells.

The article evaluates the fourth-generation Honda Civic Type R high-performance compact sports car.

The article evaluates the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupé from Daimler AG.

The article offers information on the Huracán automobile from Lamborghini.

The article informs that companies like ZF are developing fully active systems that can eliminate the effects of vehicle body movement in autonomous vehicles. It mentions that ZF uses the piston rod of the damper and an integrated electric motor pump to regulate the chassis more dynamically. It also mentions that ZF's sMotion system is scaleable, modular and is based on the firm's CDC damping system.

The article offers views of Allan Paterson, chief electrochemist of Johnson Matthey Battery Systems, Armin Warm, advanced battery research engineer at Ford Aachen, and Tom Cleaver, Project manager at Oxis Energy Ltd., battery manurfacturers, regarding pros and cons of lithium-sulphur batteries. Paterson reveals inferior life cycle of batteries as its main problem while Warm reveals challenges for lithium-sulphur batteries in the form of lithium dendrite formation.

The article offers brief information on the third-generation Mini car from Bayerische Motoren Werke AG.

The article offers information on XF series of trucks from DAF Trucks NV.

The article offers brief information on the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class, a compact four-door sedan car, from Daimler AG.

The article focuses on the Tegra3 graphic-processing unit (GPU), a system used to improve vehicles' safety and infotainment functions. It states that it aims to provide warnings to drivers to keep their attention on the road. It mentions that it uses multiple cameras and standard microprocessors. According to research engineer Mario Tippelhofer, their goal is to detect if drivers are not paying attention and if needed, they will control the vehicle and direct their attention back to the road.

The article offers information on the Mercedes-Benz E-Class automobile from Mercedes-Benz.

The article presents insights of several industry experts on the challenges of the ISO 26262 implementation. Frank Torner of Volvo states that the new standard has broad effect on industrial systems and product development. Ricardo's principal engineer Darren Sexton states that the sheer number of requirements was the biggest challenge they faced in complying with the standard. Hans-Leo Ross of Continental AG says all electronics and software-based products were affected by the standard.

The article presents views of several executives of automobile industry on the need of implementing better electric battery technology in electric vehicles. According to Allan Paterson, manufacturers should focus on implementing high energy density systems in batteries such as lithium-sulfur battery. According to Bill Macklin, silicon anodes are the most economical way to achieve high energy densities and also mention the views of Andreas Fischer on lithium-sulfur cell.

The article evaluates the McLaren P1 sports car from McLaren Automotive Ltd.

The article evaluates Audi's third generation C-segment vehicle using Volkswagen's modular transverse matrix (MQB) architecture. INSETS: FIRST C-SEGMENT CAR TO OFFER FULL LED HEADLIGHTS;SHUTTING DOWN CYLINDERS TO IMPROVE EFFICIENCY.

The article presents information related to the development of Toyota Yaris Hybrid from Toyota Motor Corp. According to Hirofumi Yamamoto, chief engineer for the Yaris hybrid, the Yaris program was made simpler by consolidating the technical knowledge between the Aqua hybrid and Yaris team. It is noted that a significant factor in installing the hybrid system was the reduction of the size of the vehicle's transmission and electric motor.

The article presents information on the truck engines developed by Daimler AG that comply with Euro VI, the legislation controlling vehicle emissions in Europe. It is mentioned that weight reduction was necessary to make the design efficient for which development engineers at the company optimized the cooling system and used optimized forging techniques on heavier engine components. A graph depicting six-cylinder inline diesel engines is also presented.

The article focuses on the application of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to powertrain electrification approach to boost the performance of hybrid vehicles. It mentions that the approach help manufacturers to reduce the on the emission from the tailpipe of a vehicle. The insights of various automobile related individuals regarding the performance of hybrid vehicles such as Ulrich-Joachim Gauffrés, Phil Barker, and Pete Savagian are presented.

The article focuses on introducing light emitting diodes (LED) to improve vehicle safety by advanced driver assistance systems to a variety of vehicles. It says that a research was conducted on organic light emitting diodes (OLED), the next step in LED technology, which replace the semiconductor with organic materials. Steffen Pietzonka, Hella Inc.'s lighting head, mentions that a normal LED is a light source combined with an optical system and is designed to produce light far down the road.

The article offers brief information on the Peugeot 3008 MPV hybrid car from PSA Peugeot Citroen SA.

The article reports on the continuous innovation of on-board diagnostics (OBD) systems in the U.S. in 2011. It says that the development is triggered by stricter emission standards and complexity of powertrain technologies. It notes that the changes of OBD system are also caused by the lack of common diagnostics software by various automobile original equipment manufacturers (OEM) worldwide.

The article reports on the development of the Opel-Vauxhall Ampera automobile by Adam Opel AG and Vauxhall Motors Ltd. It says that the companies upgraded their Ampera automobile to offer a greater range of combustion engine. Moreover, a powertrain set-up was used by the company's engineers to reduce carbon dioxide emission of up to 40 grams/kilometers (g/km).

The article focuses on the popular trend over the use of open-source platforms for the automotive industry. It notes that using open-source software, such as Linux, allows engineers the development of infotainment systems at a fraction of the cost over than the use of proprietary programs such as Windows and Apple-base operating system. Moreover, it allows user the addition of code for development and improvement of the operating system even without software updates from vendors.

The article focuses on the simulation methods of determining the effects on batteries from real-world scenarios through testing, driving, and climatic conditions. It highlights the use of computer aided engineering (CAE) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) tools in the process and focusing how long a battery can survive in everyday driving. It is noted that individual battery cells are tested at many power levels and temperatures and other aspects that go in hand into the performance of a battery.

The article highlights the use of technologies in automobile racing such as turbocharging and direct injection at the World Rally Championship (WRC). It states that the racing teams in the previous have suffered unsustainably due to the high costs incurred in development, testing, and racing of vehicles. However, the use of downsized, turbocharged, direct-injection engines has led more automobile manufacturers to participate in the racing arena due to the affordability of well-equipped cars.

The article focuses on the development of Audi A6 from original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Audi AG. It mentions that the OEM introduced a diode laser technology to improve the manufacturing process and quality of the vehicle. It adds that the electromagnetic switching bearings and hydraulic damping in the axle and drivetrain are used to maximise driver comfort.

The article mentions the Mercedes-Benz CLS range of automobiles from DaimlerChrysler AG.

The article presents several statements from several executives of automobile industry, regarding the significance of the advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) in road accident prevention. Wilfried Mehr of Continental notes that the said technology features 250-metre detection range. Marc Osajda of Freescale notes the readiness of several original equipment manufacturers in implementing ADAS. Thomas Wirschem of National Semiconductor denotes the marketability of ADAS.

The article focuses on the contribution of General Motors Corp. in attaching combustion engine to the electric automobile's generator. It mentions that GM has gained criticisms for other automobile companies due to its concept, possible cost increase and complexities. It cites the effectiveness of the said concept, where electric vehicles can travel up to 500 kilometers without any fuel replacements. The adoption of GM's concept by other car manufacturers is also mentioned.

The article evaluates the Saab 9-5 automobile from Saab Automobile AB.

The article focuses on rear-axle hybrid systems. It mentions that placing hybrid systems on the rear axle not only increase vehicle efficiency but also helps packaging and can make the powertrain more versatile. It also notes the advantages of a rear axle hybrid system over a front axle hybrid system. PSA Peugeot Citroen SA's rear-axle hybrid that will be launched on its Peugeot 3008 crossover vehicle in 2011.

The article deals with the efforts of David Ensor, senior development engineer at the engineering testing house MIRA, to make battlefield mission test for military vehicles more realistic. Ensor revealed that they are trying to inject more reality into the mission test by making sure that the military vehicles being tested can climb a 1:1 slope or cross a 3 meter (m) gap more than once. He also stresses the importance of putting emphasis on the durability and robustness of the vehicles. Also noted is the proving ground of MIRA in Warwickshire, England.

Information about the topics discussed during the Vienna Motor Symposium in Austria is presented. The symposium tackled the radical shifts in automobile's powertrain strategy, as well as advances in internal combustion. The event featured several engineers and executives in the automobile sector including Leopold Mikulic of DaimlerChrysler AG, Peter Langen of Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW) and Herbert Demel of Magna International Inc. INSET: Vienna highlights.

The article focuses on the impact of the fuel economy growth on sports utility vehicles (SUVs) manufacturers. It mentions that SUV sales have been on the slide as people downsize their cars and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have started to focus on small family cars and less on SUVs concerns. Moreover, it states that the demand for technology to reduce greenhouse gases is growing and OEMs should look at hybrid systems.

Information about the Paris Motor Show in France is presented. The motor show focuses on putting original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the green. In addition, the show displays several models including the Mégane from Renault, the Ford Ka from Ford and the Colt supermini from Mitsubishi.

The article offers information on cylinder deactivation could improve efficiency and reduce emissions in commercial vehicles. Topics include the direction legislators are pushing emissions requirements and that's to make them more stringent, and the researchers modified the engine and controller to integrate Tula's dynamic skip fire control algorithms so cylinders could be fried or deactivated depending on need.

The article reports that the automotive industry being in a state of flux to try and shift to powertrain technologies that help engines produce fewer emissions and sidestep fines that could impact on business models. Topics include the huge amount of research and development work being done to improve the combustion engine whether petrol, the basic principles of mixing fuel and then igniting to change, and the technologies that make up combustion engines are being honed in significant areas.

The article offers information on a new material, metallic wood that's as light as water but as strong as titanium. It mentions the advantages the metallic wood brings are obvious and could be incredibly useful in any number of applications; and also mentions the material offers a host of benefits there are challenges that will need to be overcome if it is ever to enter the market.

The article informs that bicycle technology firm CeramicSpeed has created the Driven concept in partnership with the University of Colorado that is set out to increase optimal drivetrain efficiency. It presents views of Jason Smith, chief technology officer at CeramicSpeed on designing of the 21-bearing roller pinion driveshaft system.

The article offers information on the role of lithium-ion in electric vehicles (EVs) that provide better performance. Topics discussed the adoption of EVs as being pushed by governments to help reduce emissions and improve air quality; mentions the developments of Lithium-ion focused on increasing the cell energy density; and highlights the energy density improvement of Lithium-ion batteries.

The article offers brief information on the eSupercharger from automotive parts provider Aeristech Ltd.

The article reports on automotive firm Daimler AG research head Thomas Weber and his perspective on the industry. He mentions changes and challenges experienced by companies and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) respectively in response to efforts in reducing emissions and enhance connectivity. An overview of their shift to electrification as well as the EQ concept vehicle is also presented.

The article features Peter Mertens, senior vice-president of research and development at automaker AB Volvo, presenting his view on the challenges with the integration of electrification on autonomous vehicles and vehicles being produced by Volvo like luxury sport utility vehicles (SUVs), sedans and estates. He discusses topics including the role of chemistry in battery-electric vehicles, the challenges associated with autonomous vehicle technology, and the hype about autonomous vehicles.

The article discusses the potential of needle closed-loop control of diesel injection systems to improve the efficiency of compression ignition technology as the industry seek to meet emissions targets. It mentions the demand of Tier One suppliers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for improvements in injection rates, presenting the view of Philippe Bercher of automotive maker Delphi Corp. on emission target, and noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) levels of diesel vehicles.

The article discusses the sequential turbocharging and fuel-injection system used in the revamp of the W16 gasoline engine from the automobile manufacturer Bugatti. Topics discussed include the changes in the power output, the four individual cylinders featured in the aluminium engine, and the separation of one turbocharger from the exhaust gas flow.

The article discusses the challenges associated with meeting the safety needs of powerful processor technology amid the rise of autonomous vehicle development. Topics include the focus on developing Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), semiconductor design and development, and the Cortex-R52 system processor from computer company ARM Holdings PLC. It presents the view of James Scobie of ARM on the developments to simplify and improve functional safety in realtime systems.

The article evaluates the Land Rover Discovery sport utility vehicle (SUV).

The article evaluates the Audi Q2 compact sports utility vehicle (SUV) from Audi AG.

In this article, Gian Maria Olivetti, Federal-Mogul's chief technology officer (CTO), explains why meeting demands for commercial vehicle efficiency will mean developing components to remove friction and weight and make automobiles more durable. Topics discussed include views of Olivetti on ways to reduce pollution by automobiles; need of commercial vehicles electrification; and increase in efficiency of diesel engines.

The article discusses the launch of the Fiat Tipo family car manufactured by Fiat Automobiles SpA and tackles the features of the automobile.