Press Releases
10 September 2019
Garrett Motion Inc., a leading differentiated technology provider in the automotive industry, has developed a new turbocharger boost control software that can significantly enhance turbo performance and health and help unlock optimized energy management in hybrid vehicles. The company's unique expertise in advanced controls and automotive engineering resulting from more than six decades of OEM engagement, is helping OEMs enhance and speed up powertrain development, optimize perf
Read more...10 September 2019
Milrem Robotics, the leading European manufacturer of unmanned ground vehicles (UGV) and developer of robotic warfare solutions, introduces the fifth generation THeMIS UGV at DSEI 2019 in London designed to assist warfighters and enhance combat effectiveness. “In 2015 we exhibited the first THeMIS concept here at DSEI in London. Now, four years later, after extensive testing with industry partners and NATO forces in very demanding environments we are proud to be back here and
Read more...ExxonMobil expands its global business and technical partnership with Porsche and partners with the German luxury car manufacturer on its Formula E Series car for the 2019/2020 season. The new partnership is the first entry of ExxonMobil into electric motor sport. From the first race in Saudi Arabia at the end of this year, ExxonMobil will supply Porsche with high-performance electric drive fluids of the brand Mobil, which were developed especially for the special requirements of el
Read more...BlackBerry Limited and Jaguar Land Rover announced today that they have deepened their partnership in developing the automotive manufacturer's next generation vehicles. The collaboration between the companies has expanded to include: BlackBerry Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies for Automotive. Leveraging BlackBerry QNX and BlackBerry Cylance, the companies are working on transforming vehicle safety across a range of capabilities, i
Read more...5 September 2019
Valvoline Inc. – a leading worldwide supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services – announced today its franchisee, Metrolube Companies, has acquired a quick-lube location that is now operating as a Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM (VIOC) service center in Shawnee, Oklahoma. A core element of Valvoline's strategy is to accelerate the growth of its industry-leading quick-lube model, which is all about delivering a quick, easy and trusted experience for
Read more...4 September 2019
DENSO Corporation, the world's second largest mobility supplier, will be showcasing new mobility solutions at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) in Germany, Frankfurt Messe, Hall 9, from the 10th to the 22nd of September 2019. Shaping the future of mobility At the show DENSO will feature some of its latest developments in automotive technology as part of its long-term commitment to accelerate future mobility and to maximize its contribution to the Sustaina
Read more...Promotional activities rev up ahead of Automechanika Shanghai’s 15th edition. On 2 September, celebrations jumped into action at the Bellagio Shanghai. Over 180 industry leaders, organisers, long-time supporters, partners and media came together to reflect upon the show’s history and place in the market. The event also laid out the show’s future roadmap under the backdrop of development across the entire automotive industry, both in China and abroad. Ms Fiona Chiew
Read more...3 September 2019
Teijin Limited announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Benet Automotive s.r.o. (Benet), a leading automotive composite and component supplier in the Czech Republic, from Jet Investment. The acquisition was completed on August 30, Central European Time. Teijin will benefit from Benet's automotive composite technologies and its well-proven supply record; these will serve as a solid foundation on which to further strengthen Teijin's solution development capabil
Read more...31 August 2019
3D Systems and TOYOTA Motorsport GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of TOYOTA Motor Corporation, today announced they have entered a partnership to change automotive engineering. TMG is recognized as a global leader in motorsport, providing services to external clients as well as members of the Toyota family from its high-performance testing and development facility located in Cologne, Germany. 3D Systems pioneered the 3D printing industry and is renowned for its unparalleled additive manufactur
Read more...30 August 2019
Valvoline Inc. – a leading worldwide supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services – announced today that is has acquired a quick lube in Murfreesboro, Tennessee that is now operating as a company-owned Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM (VIOC) service center. A core element of Valvoline's strategy is to accelerate the growth of its industry-leading quick-lube model, which is all about delivering a quick, easy and trusted experience for every customer, e
Read more...29 August 2019
Nexen Tire, the leading global tire manufacturer, is pleased to announce the official inauguration and ribbon cutting ceremony of the Nexen Tire European plant in Zatec. , Czech Republic, which took place on Wednesday, August 28 at 10am. The opening ceremony of the European Nexen Tire factory took place with the motto "The new wave for the future", which marks the new era of Global Nexen. Over 300 guests attended, including Travis Kang , Nexen Tire Global Executive Directo
Read more...28 August 2019
Linglong Tire and Geely Automobile signed a comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement in Ningbo . Guan Yu, vice president of Geely Automobile Group, and Wang Feng , chairman of Linglong Tire, attended the signing of the contract along with other top representatives from both companies. Linglong and Geely have been cooperating since 2012. For eight years, Geely has been excellently supported by Linglong with OE services (products and service) for its complete model range. Linglon
Read more...Dana Incorporated announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Nordresa Motors, Inc., which is a prominent integration and application engineering expert for the development and commercialization of electric powertrains for commercial vehicles. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The investment further enhances Dana's electrification capabilities by combining its complete portfolio of motors, inverters, chargers, gearboxes, and thermal-management produ
Read more...24 August 2019
Honda today announced the development of an innovative new passenger front airbag technology designed to better protect occupants in a wide range of frontal collision scenarios, including angled crashes between vehicles or a vehicle and another object. Honda plans to begin applying its advanced airbag design to new products in the United States in 2020. Development and testing of the new airbag was led by engineers at Honda R&D Americas, Inc. in Ohio in partnership with Autoliv,
Read more...23 August 2019
Valvoline Inc., a leading worldwide supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire certain business assets of Minit Lube in Alberta, Canada. The acquisition is expected to be complete during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2019. Financial terms were not disclosed. Minit Lube, based in Calgary, Alberta, was founded in 1978, launched the first quick lube service center in Alberta and currently includes
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