GM introduces industry’s first front center air bag

New safety feature designed to help protect driver, front passenger in side impact crashes  Read more...

U.S. DOT proposes rear view visibility rule

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Strategy Analytics sees Bluetooth as standard in more than 90 percent of automobiles by 2016

 

 

Technology is effective in reducing visual distractions

Bluetooth hands-free calling systems allow drivers smarter and safer mobile connectivity in the car by reducing visual distractions, according to a recent study by industry research firm Strategy Analytics,  Read more...

Hella expects 20% CAGR

Dr. Martin Fischer, president of Hella Electronics Corporation and the head of the company’s Corporate Center USA in Plymouth Township, Michigan, said Hella expects to increase its electronics business in North America at an annual rate of 20 percent over the next three years.  Read more...

NHTSA launches investigations into unintended acceleration causes

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has announced two major investigations designed to answer questions surrounding the issue of unintended vehicle acceleration.  Read more...

IMS Research reports – connected car focus renews interest in automotive camera modules

A focus on connected cars and digital instrument clusters at both the CES in Las Vegas and the North American Motor Show in Detroit suggests a reawakened interest in automotive camera modules, according to IMS Research.  Read more...

Ford introduces inflatable seat belts

Ford Motor Company is bringing to market the world’s first automotive inflatable seat belts, combining attributes of traditional seat belts and air bags to provide an added level of crash safety protection for rear seat occupants.  Read more...

dSPACE ASM simulation model verifies electronic stability control

 

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