By now, you probably know the differences between motor oil and coolant, so you are aware that they are completely different colors and don’t smell the same. When you pull the oil dipstick, you expect to see amber-colored fluid. So what happens when you see oil in the coolant reservoir? Knowing these two fluids aren’t […]
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Autonomous trucking: a long road to commercialisation
In the autonomous truck space, investors are going back to simpler, confined area solutions, requiring less capital and with a clear pathway to payback. By Walter Rentzsch and Wilfried Aulbur After some initial bullish announcements and inflated expectations regarding rollout timing, autonomous truck players have changed their view over the past few years on feasible […]
IMI warns of further skills gap on advanced driving assistance technology
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has warned of a 106,000 shortfall in technicians in the UK that need to be advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) certified by 2030. The IMI has looked at the first ever analysis of Level 2 autonomy (the ability to control both steering and accelerating/decelerating) in UK car parc and there […]
How To Fix It (& Repair Cost)
A coolant leak has a distinct smell and color, making it unmistakable from other fluid leaks. If you notice antifreeze dripping from the vehicle or the reservoir seems to be emptying, it’s time to fix your car. In this guide, we cover the top reasons for a coolant leak. We also show you how to […]
Israel still sets the bar for start-up culture
Israel remains as politically contentious as ever, but neither social unrest nor international controversy has stemmed the tide of entrepreneurial activity. The Start-up Nation remains true to its sobriquet. Per capita, it has by far the most number of new unicorns at 5.2 per one million residents, according to Israeli tech investment group Viola. That’s well […]
Map-free AV operations poised to revolutionise market
High-definition 3D mapping has been touted by some commentators as an essential element of autonomous vehicle (AV) navigation and operational safety. Indeed, the global market for this technology is expected to reach US$7.6bn by 2025—double its 2020 value, according to MarketsandMarkets. Google’s AV platform Waymo is a notable adherent. But is HD 3D mapping necessarily […]
Volkswagen’s Cariad woes—is there a clear way forward?
The move to electric vehicles (EVs) requires a fundamental shift in the way in which cars are designed, developed and produced. Some vehicle companies, such as Stellantis have found a way of making EVs on the same platform as their internal combustion engine (ICE) powered ancestors, albeit as an interim measure. Others have chosen all-new […]
6 Symptoms Of A Bad Tie Rod & Replacement Cost
The tie rod is part of your car’s steering system. Because of the duty the tie rod performs and where it’s located, it’s subject to a lot of abuse. That’s why it’s important to know the bad tie rod symptoms, so you can replace it when needed. This guide covers the top symptoms of a […]
Global light vehicle sales forecast – May 2023 edition
Future Truck Europe 2023 June 26, 2023 Our Future Truck Europe online event brings together more than 1,000 stakeholders to discuss the business models, technologies and trends shaping the future of trucking. Find out more Future Mobility Europe 2023 October 9, 2023 Our Future Mobilty Europe online event brings together more than 1,000 stakeholders to […]
Toyota: Development and verification of stationary storage battery system using electric vehicle storage batteries
Aiming to build a stable energy supply system and realizing a recycling-oriented society with storage batteries Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc. (TEPCO HD) and Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) have developed a stationary storage battery system (1 MW output, 3 MWh capacity) that combines TEPCO’s operating technology and safety standards for stationary storage batteries and […]