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Delphi HVAC tech on Ferrari 458 Italia
 DELPHI CORP IS to supply key technologies to the new Ferrari 458 Italia including optimised air conditioning, advanced wiring systems and an innovative suspension that contributes to the vehicle’s lighter weight and lower emissions. |
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Delphi leads push for standardised wiring
The existence of several different providers and technologies has led to compatibility problems during the wiring harness development phase. |
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Bosch ultrasound sensors make a mark
The success story of these ultrasound sensors began in 1993, when Ford offered a reverse parking aid in its Scorpio. Its obstacle warning function met with great interest among drivers. |
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Next-gen Stop-Start increases benefits
The system solves the cost-benefit issues that have slowed the uptake of existing B-ISG technologies by providing starting refinement equivalent to today’s very best systems alongside additional benefits. |
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CPT & AVL collaborate on advanced direct injection
The AVL demonstrator vehicle incorporates an advanced 2-litre 4-cylinder engine with gasoline direct injection (GDI), double cam phasing and single-scroll, waste-gated turbocharger to deliver high power and torque outputs of 197bhp and 40.7kgm respectively. A system of cooled, external exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), Lambda =1 operation at all engine loads up to 4000rpm and advanced thermal management further enhance the CO2 reduction potential of the powertrain. |
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Continental's strong showing at Auto Shanghai
It included products and solutions tailor-made for the Asian and Chinese market and its advanced technology for chassis and safety, powertrain and interior. The supplier unveiled its ‘Lu Wei’ demo car, which came with ideas and products customised for the Chinese market, while also being environment friendly. |
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TRW unveils new restraint system
The AHR offers a high degree of choice for vehicle manufacturers as it is independent of seat geometry and can be integrated into any headrest height adjuster with minimal impact to the seat. The design is adaptable to different seating supplier designs and works independently of occupant size and seating position. |
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Dürr ESTA atomiser promises paint savings
The quite long bodies often do not have any access or have only restricted access possibilities for painting robots on the sides. Only through the rear opening is it possible for robots to reach the whole interior. |
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Continental’s fluidic nozzle cuts water use
Optimum cleaning and the best possible use of resources is achieved by covering the whole swept area with water before the wiper blade moves across it. This prevents the smudges caused by wiping a dry windshield and avoids the need to spray again. |
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Brose develops latch concept for side doors
Compared to available solutions, the recently developed latch system weighs much less despite its robust design and provides automakers with major benefits regarding installation space. It unlocks extremely fast, enhancing the car driver’s comfort. And its high common-part usage provides a proliferation of options with proven quality. |
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Eberspächer banks on tailored strips
The company is, for the first time, supplying a rear silencer manufactured with tailored strips tech for a production vehicle. In doing so, the automotive supplier is one of the first suppliers to offer its customers environmentally friendly, weight reducing exhaust systems with tailored strips made of stainless steel. |
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Knorr - Bremse focuses on the future
But India is the undisputed leader in fatality risk per vehicle, with a figure of 1 in 770 compared to 1 in 1,300 for China. To address this the government, in particular the Department of Road Transport, has in addition to asserting the importance of improving road safety from the infrastructure perspective, also been making noises about wanting vehicle safety standards to be upgraded to near-European levels. |
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British Midlands thinks green tech
The United Kingdom-based regional development agency has launched a low carbon vehicle programme along with Jaguar Land Rover. |
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Honda tech helps drivers maximise fuel economy
Honda has announced a new Ecological Drive Assist System to help drivers achieve better fuel economy. The technology will feature on the new Insight family hybrid car, which goes on sale in mid-2009. |
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