Automotive Engineering International 2010-06-01
- Steering activated
Vehicles are increasingly taking the wheel and steering themselves, with the promise of improved comfort, handling, and safety. - Reflections of a product-development revolutionary
Bob Lutz revitalized GM's PD process by challenging its protocols- while following his instincts for making compelling vehicles. - Commercial success
Technology transfer, a Class 8 hybrid, and lightweighting efforts highlight ArvinMeritor's innovation push in the commercial-vehicle space. - EcoBoost, DCTs, and stop-start for the masses
High-value, high-volume technologies are driving Ford's near-term conventional powertrain strategy, explains engineering chief Barb Samardzich. - Breathing new life into Chrysler Engineering
Engineering VP Scott Kunselman talks about working with Fiat, taking the lead in vehicle-electrification, and putting the mojo back into Chrysler's product-development team. - Watching the charge
The fusion of diagnostics and telematics may help boost electric vehicles. - Treading lightly
New tires are being designed to roll with less friction, maintain inflation better, and use fewer petroleum-based ingredients.
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