Technology

Michigan Offering Funding for Commercial EVs, Hybrids

June 24, 2021

Michigan is offering $16 million in grants to companies and other institutions to help replace internal combustion fleets with EVs, hybrids and hydrogen-fueled vehicles.

AV Developers Seek to Solve Car Sickness

June 24, 2021

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Autonomous vehicle developers have a real concern that car sickness could affect the technology's success.

LiDAR Market Expected to Reach $2.4B by 2026

June 23, 2021

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The global LiDAR automotive market is expected to surpass $2.4 billion in the coming years, thanks in part to the increase in electric and autonomous vehicles.

'Automotive Grade' a Standard and Responsibility for Manufacturers

June 21, 2021

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Automotive grade quality standards are vital throughout the industry, but AVs place an emphasis on just how important that standard is.

Can the Grid Handle EVs?

June 18, 2021

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As the prominence of EVs grow, is the United States prepared to handle the electricity demand? Two experts weigh in.

FedEx to Test Autonomous Delivery Vehicle

June 17, 2021

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A multi-year testing agreement with Nuro, a robotics firm, was announced this week.

Here Comes a Hydrogen-Powered Land Rover

June 16, 2021

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The vehicle could be tested as soon as the end of the year.

Column: Make Safety Features Standard

June 16, 2021

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It's time for Congress to make life-saving advanced driver-assistance systems standard in new vehicles.

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The Push for Charging Stations is On

June 11, 2021

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Federal cash for stations could accelerate an already bustling field of business.

Plan Ahead to Protect Your Shop Data

June 9, 2021

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Data liability challenges are likely to impact your business. How are you preparing?

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Report Lends Stark Clarity to Vehicle Complexity

June 9, 2021

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Titled "How Software Is Eating Your Car," the report asks if the auto industry can cope with the rapid technological change.

'Teammate' is Lexus's Self-Driving Feature

June 8, 2021

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The feature will be available later this year in a single model.

Ditching the 'Skateboard' EV?

June 7, 2021

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A British EV design firm looks to design cars with vertical batteries.

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Telsa Taps PC Chipmaker for Infotainment Systems

June 3, 2021

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The enhanced infotainment systems will soon be available in select models.

Did Advanced Paint Drying Really Catch On?

June 3, 2021

Mike Munzenrider

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Computer-packed vehicles could make for more uptake of what was predicted to be a game-changing technology for collision repair.

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GM to Contribute to Next-Gen Lunar Vehicle

June 3, 2021

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The automaker contributed to moon buggies used during the Apollo missions.

Incorporating 'Hearing' into ADAS

June 2, 2021

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New technology can pick up the sirens of unseen emergency vehicles, and more.

FTC Report Details Technological Repair Restrictions

June 1, 2021

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A report detailing OEM practices to discourage independent repair touched on a number of pertinent issues for the future of automotive repair and maintenance.

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Should Automakers Be Mandated to Help Stop Drunk Driving?

June 1, 2021

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The father of a police officer killed by an intoxicated motorist argues it's time for Congress to act.

Study: Tesla's EV App Falling Behind

May 28, 2021

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JD Power recently released its inaugural OEM EV App Benchmark study and found that Tesla’s app was ranked sixth amongst all EV mobile apps, citing a lack of updates and new features.

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Tesla Switch To Cameras Comes at a Cost

May 28, 2021

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U.S. regulators told the EV maker the change from radar to cameras as the system behind features will mean a loss of certain safety designations.

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Hyundai to Halve Production of ICE Vehicles

May 28, 2021

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The automaker said its goal is full electrification by 2040.

Podcast: Working with Advanced Materials

May 27, 2021

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Jason Scharton, senior global expertise delivery manager for 3M, talks about working with aluminum, ultra high strength steel, and more for collision repairers.