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Qualcomm, MediaTek take smartphone chip rivalry to India’s automotive sector
Chipset Rivals – Automotive sector Chipset rivals Qualcomm and MediaTek are extending their rivalry beyond smartphones into India’s automotive sector, gearing up with fresh investments to attract customers in the four- and two-wheeler segments with their latest offerings. While Qualcomm has worked with Indian automotive companies for some time, Taiwanese rival MediaTek will soon sign…
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Automotive students get 2024 Mustang GTO from Acton Ford
WESTFORD — Students in the Automotive Technology program at Nashoba Valley Technical High School have some snazzy new wheels. Acton Ford donated a shiny red 2024 Mustang GT that students will use to train for a career as an auto technician. The donation is a win-win for Nashoba Tech and Acton-Ford: The students are able…
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GM’s EV Battery Tech to Power Lunar Rover in NASA’s Artemis Missions
In a significant collaboration blending automotive advancements with space exploration, General Motors (GM) is poised to play a pivotal role in the next phase of lunar exploration. As NASA ambitiously forges ahead with the Artemis program, aimed at returning humans to the Moon and eventually marching toward Mars, GM is set to contribute its innovative…
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Software-Defined Vehicle Fleets Face a Twisty Road on Cybersecurity
When Israel-based REE Automotive designed its P7 electric vehicle chassis, it worked from the software out: The flat vehicle chassis is totally configurable with four independent modules near each tire for steering, braking, suspension, and power train, each driven by an electronic control unit (ECU) customizable through software. It has drive-by-wire, steer-by-wire, and brake-by-wire —…
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Saying ‘No’ to gassing up is easy with Orchard Ford
When Orchard Ford first opened its doors in Kelowna back in 1983, the dealership would have looked much different, showcasing seventh-generation F-series pickups and Broncos. Since then, B.C’s No. 1 Ford Dealership has seen over 40 years of innovation and cutting edge technology come through its dealership. As we near the first quarter of the…
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Nizamabad: Biodiesel unit using automotive tech faces challenges in sourcing raw materials
NIZAMABAD: The palm oil based biodiesel unit, Renjarla Energy Pvt Ltd., utilising automotive technology has been facing significant challenges in sourcing raw materials from various places, hindering production continuity. Due to this, entrepreneurs are unable to continue production and increase their business as per market demand. In a bid to promote biodiesel and reduce dependence…
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How three high-tech countries became laggards in electric vehicles
Japan meets all the conditions that should make it a front-runner in electric vehicles: above-average incomes, a robust auto industry, high rates of new car purchases and a culture that generally embraces technology. Instead, EVs made up a measly 1.8% of new cars sold in the country last year. Last month, Bloomberg published an analysis…
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TSTC Metallica Scholar thankful for help during time of need
Jackie Norman, a TSTC Automotive Technology student, looks through his Metallica Scholars Initiative toolbox during a recent lab session. (Photo Courtesy of TSTC) SWEETWATER “It was a blessing.” That is how Jackie Norman, a Texas State Technical College Metallica Scholar and Automotive Technology student, described his feelings after several people stepped up to offer financial…
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HARMAN India’s role in automotive technology revolution: In conversation with MD Krishna Kumar Gopalakrishnan
As the automotive industry continues to evolve, HARMAN India remains at the forefront of driving technological advancement and reshaping the future of automotive technology. This interview with Krishna Kumar Gopalakrishnan, the Managing Director of HARMAN India and the Automotive Country R&D Leader, sheds light on the pivotal role played by HARMAN India within the global…
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The Future of Electric Vehicles: A Paradigm Shift in the Automotive Industry
The automotive industry is on the brink of a revolution, driven by the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). This transition towards electrification is not only a response to environmental concerns but also a strategic move to secure a leading position in the global market. As the United States embarks on this journey, it faces…
