Camera-Enhanced Cockpit

New camera technology recognizes driver to adjust settings, monitor road obstacles, and prevent theft

Visteon Corporation is addressing the challenge of driver distraction through a new cockpit concept that uses multiple cameras in the vehicle to keep a constant eye on both the driver and the road ahead. The new camera-enhanced cockpit concept from Visteon Electronics – designed with input from consumers – uses cameras to automatically enlarge certain […]

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TRW remote keyless entry

TRW presents an integrated keyless entry system and tire pressure monitoring

TRW Automotive announced the launch of its first integrated remote keyless entry RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) and tire pressure monitoring TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) for a Japanese automaker system. This system has fewer components to ensure the RKE and TPMS functions. “Integrating the RKE and TPMS functions in a single system offers more performance and

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Spark-Renault SRT_01E front

The Spark-Renault SRT_01E presented at IAA show 2013

FIA President Jean Todt and Alejandro Agag, CEO of Formula E Holdings, revealed the new Spark-Renault SRT_01E fully-electric single-seater during the opening day of the prestigious 65th International Frankfurt Motor Show. Watched by invited guests and members of the press, the SRT_01E has been designed and built by Spark Racing Technology, headed by the renowned

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Opel 1.0l Turbo complete engine

Opel’s new 115hp 1.0l 3-Cylinder engine

Opel’s all-new three-cylinder celebrates its world premiere at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (September 12 – 22, 2013). Developing 85 kW/115 hp, this engine also delivers low-end torque of 166 Nm from 1,800 to 4,700 rpm, belying its diminutive size. The 1.0 SIDI Turbo (Spark Ignition Direct Injection) generates more torque throughout its operating range than equally powerful,

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Hyboost engine

Ricardo is evaluating a 48V architecture combined with thermal management and waste heat recovery

Engine downsizing through charge boosting is a well-recognized means of improving internal combustion engine fuel efficiency by increasing the proportion of the drive cycle at which the powertrain operates within or close to the region of peak fuel efficiency of its operating map. An effective limitation on downsizing, however, is the delivery of acceptable driveability

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