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How Topology Optimization Enables Design for Lightweighting
Simulation software enables automotive engineers to take advantage of the lightweighting opportunities provided by technologies like 3D printing and microcellular injection molding.
Mazda EV to be Stand-Alone Model
The electric vehicle Mazda Motor Corp. plans to launch in 2020 will be an all-new, purpose-built model, company officials tell Autocar.
Honda, Jaguar, Mitsubishi Models Win Green Car Awards
The Honda Insight, Jaguar I-Pace and Mitsubishi Outlander were named the category winners for 2019 Car, Luxury Car and Truck of the Year by Green Car Journal.
Renault Opens Its First Test Center in Asia
Renault SA has opened a vehicle test facility in Daegu, S. Korea, its first such center anywhere in Asia.
GM’s Ammann Leaving to Head Cruise Affiliate
Dan Ammann is leaving as president of General Motors Co. to take over as CEO of Cruise, the California autonomous startup GM bought in 2016 for about $1 billion, on Jan. 1.
Power Solutions, Toshiba Partner on “Dual-Battery” System
Johnson Controls International plc’s Power Solutions unit, which is in the process of being sold, and Toshiba Infrastructure Systems & Solutions Corp. have agreed to make low-voltage dual-battery systems.
Martinrea to Shut Ontario Plant in Wake of GM Closure
Canada’s Martinrea International Inc. will be forced to close its plant in Ajax, Ont., when General Motors Co. shutters its nearby Oshawa Assembly facility at the end of 2019.
A Really Powerful Wind Tunnel
A few years ago General Motors installed a new wind tunnel for testing 40 percent-size vehicles.
China Tracks Real-Time Whereabouts of EVs
The Chinese government is monitoring the movement of all electric cars in the country through the cooperation of the vehicle manufacturers, the Associated Press reports.
U.S. Judge Orders New Talks to Resolve FCA Diesel Settlement
A federal court in San Francisco has ordered a new round of talks to resolve charges that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV used illegal emission control software in 104,000 diesels sold in the U.S.