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Volkswagen lays out its NEW AUTO strategy: transforming from manufacturer to software-driven mobility provider; Scalable Systems Platform

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The guiding principle is to be the development of sustainable, connected, safe and tailored mobility solutions for future generations. Strong brands and the automobile will continue to play a central role in individual mobility in the future. In subsidiary Elli, it has an internal energy service provider for electrification on board.

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1.0-liter EcoBoost powering 1 in 5 new Fords sold in 1H 2014 in Europe

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liter EcoBoost was in June again named the 2014 International Engine of the Year. In addition to collecting seven International Engine of the Year awards in three years—including Best New Engine in 2012—the 1.0-liter The engine has now won 13 major awards. Launched in Europe in 2012 in Ford Focus, the 1.0-liter

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ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2024 draws over 500 exhibitors | Autocar Professional

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Schaeffler, ZF India, Mahle Aftermarket, NRB Bearings, Mansons International, Subros, J K Fenner, Minda Corporation, RMP Bearings, Celette India and a number of other leading Indian brands will showcase their new solutions for the industry. File photo of ACMA Automechanika New Delhi.

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Siemens presents three-point plan for implementing cost-efficient energy transition in Germany

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Germany has embarked on a large-scale Energiewende (energy transition)—a policy-driven shift away from nuclear and fossil energy to a renewable energy economy. This scenario would ensure that Germany meets its climate targets, Siemens said. Source: Siemens. Click to enlarge. Electricity prices in comparison. Euro cents/kWh.

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Ko-HAF project on highly automated driving at higher speeds launched in Germany

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A consortium of 16 automobile manufacturers, automotive suppliers and public partners has launched the Ko-HAF (Kooperatives hochautomatisiertes Fahren, Cooperative Highly Automated Driving) project in Germany. The project is being coordinated by international automotive supplier Continental.

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Schaeffler presents high-performance 48V concept mild hybrid vehicle at Aachen

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As part of the 25 th Aachen Colloquium this week in Germany, Schaeffler is unveiling the “Schaeffler High Performance 48 Volt” concept vehicle. The 48V mild hybrid, based on an Audi TT, features an electric rear axle equipped with a 20 kW motor complementing the internal combustion engine which drives the front axle (P4 architecture).

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Ford targeting smart parking as element of Smart Mobility; vehicle sensors, connectivity and big data

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At CES 2015 in January, Ford CEO Mark Fields announced “Ford Smart Mobility”—a plan to use innovation to take Ford to the next level in connectivity, mobility, autonomous vehicles, the customer experience and big data. Big Data Connected vehicles Mobility services Sensors Urban mobility' Earlier post.) Shoup, Donald.

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