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Kia and Hyundai have announced plans to implement solar charging technology on the roofs or hoods of selected vehicles. These include those powered by conventional internal combustion engines (ICE), hybrid, and battery electric vehicles, with […]
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Efkon E-Tag – new SmartTag-compatible infra-red device with improved performance and reliability
With Touch n’ Go’ having discontinued sales of the long-running SmartTAG, Austrian electronic toll collection technology provider Efkon has now released its own-branded infra-red (IR) device, the E-Tag. This device will be marketed under various […]
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Geely to develop 5G NR solutions for future models
With connected vehicles being a focal point for most automakers these days, Geely has announced efforts to enhance its existing 4G LTE network services while developing its 5G New Radio (5G NR) solutions for the […]
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Ford patents smartphone-based steering tech – report
Ford was granted a patent in the United States for a new system called ‘Non-Autonomous Steering Modes’, which allows a vehicle to be controlled through the accelerometer and gyroscope in most smartphones. First reported by […]
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Honda Smart Intersection technology helps cars “see through buildings” to minimise chance of accidents
Urban congestion is only set to grow, and Honda has been developing a solution towards better communication between vehicles and the surrounding infrastructure. The company’s Smart Intersection techonology uses vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication, in areas where […]
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Infiniti Q60 Project Black S – updated aero and tech
More progress has been made with the Infiniti Project Black S since its global debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2017. Now on display at the Paris Motor Show, the blacked-out prototype boasts […]
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Toyota electric dual-mode vehicle patented – report
A patent filed by Toyota Engineering and Manufacturing North America (TEMA) has been sighted by AutoGuide.com, one that has been applied for a flying ‘helicopter car’. The patent is for a “dual mode vehicle, wheels […]
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EV fast charging to 80% in 12 minutes by 2020 – Audi
Audi’s range of electric vehicles will be capable of fast charging to 80% in under 12 minutes, and this will be achievable by 2020, according to an Autocar report. The automaker’s newly-launched e-tron SUV, which […]
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ZF to invest US$14 billion in electric, autonomous tech
Automotive parts maker ZF Friedrichshafen is set to make a big push into electrification and autonomous drive, announcing plans to invest US$14 billion (RM57.99 billion) in the areas of e-mobility over the next five years, […]
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Porsche invests in augmented reality tech for HUDs
Perhaps one day, the display you see on your favourite driving simulation could actually be projected onto the windshield of a real car. Porsche and Hyundai, together with China Merchants Capital, JVCKenwood and several sovereign […]
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Volkswagen to use 3D printers to mass produce parts
It appears that Volkswagen has found a new way to incorporate three-dimensional printing technology into its operations – to mass produce car parts. Together with Hewlett Packard (HP) and GKN Powder Metallurgy, the three entities […]
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Tesla patents auto turn signal tech, reduce idiot factor
The turn signal is an incredibly useful feature in a car. It pre-empts other drivers of one’s intent to change driving direction, but frustratingly, few actually bother using it. Well, Tesla has filed for a […]
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GM to develop 400 kW Extreme Fast Charger – 96.5% grid-to-car efficiency, 290 km range in 10 minutes!
Future electric vehicles under the General Motors (GM) umbrella may soon be able to recharge their batteries with 290 km (180 miles) of driving range in less than 10 minutes, reports Bloomberg. The solid-state transformer-based […]
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Aisin and Denso to work together on development of electric drive components – new JV company in 2019
Aisin Seiki and Denso Corporation have announced plans to establish a new joint venture company to develop and sell electrification driving modules. Both companies will have an equal 50% share in the new entity, which […]
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Porsche Cayenne demonstrates Remote Park Assist
Over the years, cars have grown greatly in size, but the same can’t be said for most parking spaces, especially those in the city. However, Porsche has developed a more convenient, stress-free feature to help […]