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Hyundai US are launching a new telematics platform called Blue Link which they claim will offer over 30 unique connectivity features on future models starting
Toyota will use INRIX real-time traffic information to fuel the automaker’s new Entune multimedia system on certain audio headunits. The system uses the customer’s cell phone
Autoliv are considering major acquisitions and are looking at entire units at rivals such as Bosch, Continental and Denso — this according to the company’s CEO.
U.S. light vehicle sales rose to their highest level of the year in December, closing out 2010 at 11.6 million units and carrying momentum into a 2011 that is forecast to expand
Helped by a strong economy, Brazil’s vehicle market posted a new record of over 3.5m units sold in 2010 with 12% growth, according to data released by
Renault have suspended three executives suspected of industrial espionage related to the automaker’s electric vehicle programme.
The big progress in lighting within Mercedes arrived in 1992 in the C Class with the Complex Surface reflector from Valeo and the Calculated Surface from Bosch.
From this this time, Mercedes took the lead with some other car makers and have today one of the best light systems with Audi. Examples are the new E-Class, S-Class-Facelift and the new CLS which achieve the best performance in light systems I have seen.
DVN have already published 42 reports since our beginnings in 2008. We have no interest in slowing down now—quite the opposite! Here’s a preview of what’s on the docket for the coming year, based in large part on helpful feedback from DVN members:
Detroit NAIAS auto show – January 25, 2011
The North American International Auto Show will be held in Detroit from January 10 to 23, 2011 and DVN expect to present this report immediately after NAIAS closes, so we will know the trend of styling differentiation in the beginning of the year
Regulations – February 22, 2011
We have already published a report on worldwide regulations in 2009. Almost two years later, big changes have been made and we’ll have an updated report for you.
Geneva Motor Show – March 29, 2011
This important motorshow focused on concept cars and new styling appearance will confirm or refute the indications we see at Detroit.
Detroit SAE congress – April 26, 2011
This first congress of the year will confirm or refute the SAE Congress’ lesser importance compared with ISAL and VISION congresses.
Tier 2&3 contribution on automotive lighting – May 24, 2011
After “The Wonderful World of Passenger Car lighting” report focused on car makers and Tier 1 lighting suppliers , many readers asked DVN to have a special report on the contribution of Tier 2 suppliers . Hence that report.
Active and passive pedestrian protection – June 28, 2011
Pedestrian protection is more and more important considering the large number of pedestrian deaths in the world. The report will consider active and passive safety.
Simulations in automotive lighting – July 26, 2011
For the first time, DVN will build a report on simulations presenting the companies involved and their achievements.
Two weeks ago, DVN published our latest in-depth report, The Wonderful World of Passenger Car Lighting. For the first time a printed edition was released and 200 booklets
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