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Study of Sustainable Value in Automobile Manufacturing Finds Mixed Performance for Most OEMs, BMW and Toyota as the Clear Leaders

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Sustainable Value Margin—the ratio of Sustainable Value to sales—for each of the evaluated manufacturers. A survey of the sustainability performance of 17 of the world’s leading automakers has found a mixed pattern when it comes to the sustainability performance of most of the car manufacturers. Click to enlarge.

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Tata Motors commits almost $50M to UK National Automotive Innovation Campus

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Tata Motors Limited, India’s largest automobile manufacturer, has confirmed its long term commitment to advanced research and development in the UK through the participation of its subsidiary, Tata Motors European Technical Centre (TMETC), in the UK’s National Automotive Innovation Campus (NAIC). Earlier post.).

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CAR report quantifies automotive’s position as a leading high-tech industry

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A newly-released report by the Center for Automotive Research (CAR) concludes that the automotive industry is not only “high-tech,” it is frequently a leader in technological developments and applications. One study surveyed by the CAR group found auto companies make up one-quarter of the top 20 corporate spenders on R&D globally.

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How To Outfit Your Vehicle for Ridesharing

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As such, equipping your car to satisfy the specifications and standards of the business you will be driving for is one of the first stages in learning how to drive for a rideshare service. Moreover, don’t forget your policy protections, like Lyft car insurance. Make sure your car is well-maintained and pleasant for riders.

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Daimler and Baidu to enhance strategic cooperation in automated driving and vehicle connectivity

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Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars. Daimler’s local R&D efforts began in 2005 with the first localized Mercedes-Benz E?Class. Daimler began its partnership with Baidu in 2013, with initial cooperation to develop point of interest (POI) and destination searches.

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New Maruti Swift retains winning formula in a new avatar | Autocar Professional

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Maruti Suzuki India’s (MSIL’s) latest offering – the fourth-generation Swift hatchback – which was launched on May 9, continues to retain its key USPs that have made it a popular choice among Indian car buyers since 2005. litre, four-cylinder, K12C unit.

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Strapped In: Why Seatbelts are Non-Negotiable! | Autocar Professional

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Let’s talk seatbelts now and the life-saving power of seatbelts Even with advanced safety measures, basic safety practices, such as wearing seatbelts while driving or riding in a car, remain crucial and can save lives. However, it’s essential to understand that airbags are only effective when used in conjunction with seat belts.

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