Aptiv Leverages Unique Brain and Nervous System Portfolio to Optimize Vehicle Architecture with New Zone Controllers

DUBLIN, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Aptiv PLC (NYSE: APTV), a global technology company enabling the future of mobility, today announced zone controllers that distribute high-speed data and power between sensors and peripherals, while separating input / output (I/O) from compute in the vehicle.

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DUBLIN, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Aptiv PLC (NYSE: APTV), a global technology company enabling the future of mobility, today announced zone controllers that distribute high-speed data and power between sensors and peripherals, while separating input / output (I/O) from compute in the vehicle.

As part of Smart Vehicle Architecture, Aptiv’s approach to enabling the software-defined vehicle, the zone controllers allow OEMs to break apart the vehicle’s physical complexity into more manageable zones and further drive up-integration of distributed ECUs, reducing the weight and lowering total system costs in the vehicle.

«Thanks to our unique position with both the brain and the nervous system of the vehicle, Aptiv is perfectly positioned to help our customers optimize the performance and cost of their vehicles,» said Kevin Clark, president and CEO. «Aptiv’s powerful zone controllers sit at the intersection of these capabilities, helping them reduce complexity, weight and cost, while putting customers one step closer to the software-defined, electric vehicles of the future.»

As a high-speed data and power hub, Aptiv zone controllers simplify complexity by separating I/O from compute, while supporting standardized interfaces and enabling «plug and play» devices. For example, instead of connecting directly to a dedicated ECU, devices connect to an Aptiv zone controller, which then connects to a domain controller over a single common interface. This reduces complexity and improves scalability by allowing domain controllers to focus on higher-level software while maintaining a separate development cycle from the I/O. It also simplifies wiring harnesses to allow more automated assembly and reduces costs.

Aptiv’s deep expertise in advanced vehicle software and hardware architecture, including the insights from over a decade of automated driving experience, informed the development of Aptiv’s zone controllers. This has resulted in several key benefits for next-generation vehicles:

  • Reduced Complexity: Breaking apart the physical complexity of the vehicle simplifies manufacturing while enabling automation to ensure quality and lower cost, while up-integration of distributed ECUs provides compute functionality inside the zones that can be used for feature consolidation.
  • Intelligent Power Management: The zone controllers manage power distribution throughout a vehicle centrally. In the past, wires needed to allow enough tolerance for peak load without having a melting fuse blow. With the benefits of smart fusing, wires can be specified to the physical limit of the load over a specified period of time. This also allows Aptiv’s zone controllers to be flexibly located, which simplifies packaging and reduces cost.
  • Predictive Maintenance: Aptiv’s software can detect when wires attached to the zone controller are close to failing and pass that information back to predictive maintenance systems, helping drivers and fleet operators address potential problems before they affect vehicle operation.

To learn more about Aptiv’s zone controllers and download the whitepaper please visit www.Aptiv.com/zonecontrollers

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Aptiv Introduces Next-Gen ADAS Platform for Highly Automated and Electrified Vehicles

DUBLIN, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Aptiv PLC (NYSE: APTV), a global technology company enabling the future of mobility, today announced its next-generation Level 1-3 capable ADAS platform.

DUBLIN, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Aptiv PLC (NYSE: APTV), a global technology company enabling the future of mobility, today announced its next-generation Level 1-3 capable ADAS platform.

Aptiv has been leading the development of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) for more than 20 years, from launching the industry’s first radar-based Adaptive Cruise Control system in 1999 to its autonomous driving joint venture, Motional, which will be among the first to put fully driverless vehicles on public roads.

Aptiv’s unique full-stack capabilities are helping customers realize their technology roadmaps and democratize advanced safety systems faster and at a lower cost. Its award-winning first-generation automated driving satellite compute platform has been a game-changer in the industry, leveraging the integration of its Satellite Architecture and active safety software, perception systems and compute. Aptiv’s Satellite Architecture is being deployed by multiple OEMs around the world on more than 10 million vehicles over the next few years.

Building on this trusted foundation, Aptiv’s next-gen ADAS platform will enable new levels of safety, comfort and convenience. Purpose-built for scalability, it cost-effectively spans all vehicle segments by managing the software complexity and supporting features that range from entry-level safety compliance to advanced highway pilot and parking assist. Aptiv’s ADAS platform has the ability to incorporate future technologies and features, including those developed in collaboration with Motional, providing further scalability to higher levels of automation.

«Our next-gen ADAS solution cost-effectively delivers safety features over the lifetime of the vehicle that exceed consumer expectations on a platform upon which OEMs can continue to innovate,» said Kevin Clark, CEO and president. «Our unique position as the only provider of both the brain and the nervous system of the vehicle makes Aptiv the partner of choice for developing software-defined safety solutions that can be democratized as they mature.»

As part of Smart Vehicle Architecture™, Aptiv’s next-gen ADAS platform is fully compatible with emerging zone control architectures, enabling new business models for OEMs through the creation of new features and services that can be updated over-the-air (OTA).

Aptiv’s next-gen ADAS platform also applies an Industry 5.0 approach to safety, ensuring that the driver and the vehicle work together flawlessly. Using the latest generation of up-integrated driver-state sensing and interior sensing solutions – augmented by scalable software – Aptiv’s platform not only verifies if the driver’s eyes are on the road, it also recognizes and responds to body positioning, gestures and eye movement to provide a higher level of safety.

The next-gen ADAS platform continues the acceleration of software-defined vehicles through Aptiv’s scalable full-stack features and offerings, including:

  • Proven Software Stack: Utilizes differentiated and modularized software at every level of the stack on an open, centralized compute platform that allows for the creation of new features and services.
  • Next-Generation Sensor Suite:  The next-gen platform utilizes the industry’s best-in-class interior and exterior sensing capabilities including radars, vision, and LiDAR. Among these sensors is Aptiv’s sixth-generation corner/side radars and forward-facing radars, as well as Aptiv’s first 4D imaging radar, which provides twice the detection range versus what is available on the market today. Aptiv’s Interior Sensing Platform includes radars, ultrasonic sensing, and cabin cameras, enabling OEMs to develop brand-building user experience.
  • Advanced Sensor Fusion:  Supporting the most advanced features requires a comprehensive and reliable environmental model. The platform’s differentiation comes from Aptiv’s advanced AI and machine learning algorithms to fuse 360-degree sensor inputs, providing a detailed rendering of the environment around the vehicle.
  • Development Tool Chain:  Gives OEMs the flexibility to drive further innovation on top of Aptiv’s proven solutions to accelerate the development of safe, green and connected features consumers want with the proven automotive-grade systems they can trust.

A whitepaper on Aptiv’s next-gen ADAS platform and additional information can be found at www.Aptiv.com/adasplatform.

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Automotive Sensor Cleaning System Market is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 10.5% over the forecast period of 2020 to 2030 – Persistence Market Research

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Amidst a growing competitive environment in the automotive industry, car makers are focusing on reducing accidents caused due to impaired sensor perceptions. Automotive sensors dysfunction when dirt, rain drops, snow, or bird droppings shield their view. Liquid-based sensor cleaning systems or gas-based cleaning systems are used in such applications, which help wipe the surface of the sensors and restore their working. Such cleaning systems are finding increased…

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Amidst a growing competitive environment in the automotive industry, car makers are focusing on reducing accidents caused due to impaired sensor perceptions. Automotive sensors dysfunction when dirt, rain drops, snow, or bird droppings shield their view. Liquid-based sensor cleaning systems or gas-based cleaning systems are used in such applications, which help wipe the surface of the sensors and restore their working. Such cleaning systems are finding increased application in autonomous vehicles where sensor functioning plays a pivotal role, thereby aiding the progress of the automotive sensor cleaning system market across regions.

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The global automotive sensor cleaning system market is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 10.5% over the forecast period of 2020-2030.

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  • The liquid based sensor cleaning segment accounts for a prominent share in the global automotive sensor cleaning system market, and is expected to dominate the market over the forecast period too.
  • Use of cleaning systems in passenger cars is the most attractive vehicle application with the highest share, followed by usage in commercial vehicles. Different cars such as compact cars, mid-sized cars, luxury cars, and SUVs too use sensor cleaning systems.
  • East Asia dominates the global automotive sensor cleaning system market, and this regional market is expected to grow at the highest rate. Europe holds a significant share in the rapid development of the global automotive sensor cleaning system market.
  • The market is primarily influenced by different developments in liquid- as well as gas-based cleaning systems. Various OEMs are investing in the research & development of cleaning systems and patenting their technologies to be able to cater to varied sensor applications.
  • Maintaining optimal balance of cost and quality is one of the prime challenges for players operating in the automotive sensor cleaning system market.
  • The COVID-19 crisis has adversely affected the auto industry, the effect of which has cascaded to the automotive sensor cleaning system market as well.

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The global automotive sensor cleaning system market is fairly consolidated at global and regional levels. Tier-1 manufacturers account for more than half of the market share. Some of the leading players included in the report are Valeo SA, Continental AG, Roechling Automotive, Ficosa International SA, and dlhBowles. To gain a competitive advantage in the market, market participants are involved in partnerships, product innovations, and acquisition activities with regards to high market growth.

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Automotive Composites Market worth $9.3 billion by 2025 – Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

CHICAGO, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — According to the new market research report «Automotive Composites Market by Fiber Type (Glass, Carbon, Natural), Resin Type (Thermoset, Thermoplastics), Manufacturing Process (Compression, Injection, RTM), Applications (Exterior, Interior), Vehicle…

CHICAGO, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — According to the new market research report «Automotive Composites Market by Fiber Type (Glass, Carbon, Natural), Resin Type (Thermoset, Thermoplastics), Manufacturing Process (Compression, Injection, RTM), Applications (Exterior, Interior), Vehicle Type, and Region – Global Forecast to 2025″, published by MarketsandMarkets™, the Automotive Composites Market is expected to grow from USD 5.4 billion in 2020 to USD 9.3 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 11.5% during the forecast period. Government initiatives emphasizing the reduction of carbon emission and shift towards electric vehicles are expected to drive the growth of the automotive composites market.

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Glass fiber composites comprise a major share in terms of both value and volume.

Monomers account for the largest share of the overall market in terms of both value and volume. Government regulations such as Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFÉ) standards in the U.S.  carbon emission targets in U.S. have put pressure on OEMs to incorporate lightweight materials to reduce the overall vehicle weight, which has led to increased use of GFRP in the automotive industry. However, due to pandemic COVID-19, the sales of automotive composites decreased due to disturbance in supply chain.

Exterior applications account for the largest market share in the global automotive composites market in terms of value and volume.

The exterior parts include major components such as bumper beam, fender, front end module, door panels, and hood, among others. The use of composites in the automotive industry is an emerging trend as these composites help in achieving high-performance properties such as high stiffness, lightweight, and high strength to weight to ratio. However, because of COVID-19 as well as downturn in the automotive industry, the demand for automotive composites is reduced all over the globe. The exterior segment is at the forefront with the highest consumption of automotive composites globally since it help reduce the weight of the exterior parts hence enabling a weight reduction of the complete car body and make it more fuel-efficient. Germany is the largest consumer of automotive composites. Subsequently, certain Asia Pacific countries such as China and Japan consumed a considerable share of automotive composites in 2019. There is a huge decline in demand in the APAC region due to a complete and partial lockdown in the region.

Non-electric vehicle type dominates the market in the global automotive composites market during the forecast period in terms of value and volume.

The Non-electric vehicle type contributed the major share in the automotive composites market, both in terms of value and volume. Automakers all across the world are taking initiatives to fulfill the mandate imposed by the respective government and to offer the consumer with lightweight and fuel-efficient vehicles. Sereebo, carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) jointly developed by Teijin Limited and General Motors, is used for manufacturing the pickup box’s inner dashboard, side, and floor panels. Lately, Ruf Automobile GmbH, a German car manufacturer, has developed the Rodeo concept, an all-wheel-drive carbon fiber safari vehicle based on the classic Porsche 911 safari rally car. These initiatives taken by OEMs across the globe has been driving the growth of the automotive composites market.

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APAC is expected to account for the largest market share in the automotive composites market during the forecast period.

The APAC is the biggest and the fastest-growing market for automotive composites, consuming one thrid of the total global volume in 2019. The demand for automotive composites is mainly attributed to the growing need for lightweight, fuel-efficient, and environment-friendly vehicles. The manufacturers are focusing on producing lightweight car bodies with emission control features since the government has set stringent regulatory norms for pollution control from vehicles. The market in this region has undergone a significant transformation due to the in-house presence of well-established raw material suppliers, composite product and components manufacturers, and OEMs in itself consuming these composite solutions in automotive applications. The eco-systems of these adjutant industries is more likely to act in favor of growth of the automotive composites market.

Toray Industries Inc. (Japan), SGL Carbon (Germany), Teijin Limited (Japan), Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation (Japan), Hexcel Corporation (US), Solvay SA (Belgium), Gurit (Switzerland), UFP Technologies Ltd. (US), Huntsman Corporation (US), and Hexion (US), are some of the key players in the automotive composites market. These players have taken different organic and inorganic developmental strategies over the past five years.

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The Shyft Group’s Utilimaster Receives Orders for More Than 3,000 Velocity Vehicles from Several Parcel Delivery Customers for Delivery in 2021

NOVI, Mich., Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF) («Shyft» or the «Company»), North America’s leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for ecommerce-driven parcel delivery, as well as the broader commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle…

NOVI, Mich., Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF) («Shyft» or the «Company»), North America’s leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for ecommerce-driven parcel delivery, as well as the broader commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets, announced its Utilimaster go-to-market brand has received orders totaling more than 3,000 units for its recently launched Velocity-F2 purpose-built WIV delivery vehicle. The orders came from parcel delivery customers responding to upward trends in ecommerce. Production is scheduled to ramp up in February, with customers taking delivery beginning in March. 

The Velocity-F2 purpose-built walk-in-van was engineered with drivability, fuel efficiency and payload capacity in mind.  Its proprietary Work-Driven Design® resulted from decades of engineering and ergonomics studies conducted to improve the efficiency and usability of walk-in vans and cargo van upfits for vocational fleets operating in the parcel, linen, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and grocery delivery segments.

«Our parcel delivery customers continue to operate at near capacity, based on expanding consumer interest in ecommerce shopping and delivered goods and services,» said Daryl Adams, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Shyft Group. «We designed the Velocity to meet an unprecedented demand for last mile delivery and are pleased to provide an innovative solution that meets our customers immediate and future needs.» 

The Shyft Group’s coast-to-coast geographic footprint, with manufacturing facilities spanning ten U.S. states from Maine to California, in addition to its facility in Mexico, provide the company’s go-to-market brands with regional manufacturing and ship-thru convenience across the full product array spanning Class 1 – Class 7 purpose-built vehicles.

Utilimaster and the rest of The Shyft Group family of brands continue as leaders in every segment in which they compete. This past June, the company rebranded itself to The Shyft Group to be more reflective of its next phase of business transformation focused on high-growth commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets. The name represents speed, efficiency, agility, and a high-intensity approach, which corresponds with the company’s pivot in market focus and the forward momentum garnered in the delivery vehicle, work truck, specialty service, and upfit markets.

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Utilimaster is a part of The Shyft Group family of brands. The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for the commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets. Customers include first-to-last mile delivery companies across vocations, federal, state, and local government entities; the trades; and utility and infrastructure segments. The Shyft Group is organized into two core business units—Shyft Fleet Vehicles and Services and Shyft Specialty Vehicles—and today, the entire family of brands includes Utilimaster, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Builtmore Contract Manufacturing, and corresponding aftermarket provisions. The Shyft Group and its go-to-market brands are well known in their respective industries for quality, durability, and first-to-market innovation. The Company employs approximately 2,900 associates across campuses, and operates facilities in Michigan, Indiana, Maine, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Florida, Missouri, California, Arizona, Texas, and Saltillo, Mexico. The Company reported sales from continuing operations of $757 million in 2019. Learn more about The Shyft Group at www.TheShyftGroup.com.

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Automotive Composites Market worth $9.3 billion by 2025 – Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

CHICAGO, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — According to the new market research report «Automotive Composites Market by Fiber Type (Glass, Carbon, Natural), Resin Type (Thermoset, Thermoplastics), Manufacturing Process (Compression, Injection, RTM), Applications (Exterior, Interior), Vehicle…

CHICAGO, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — According to the new market research report «Automotive Composites Market by Fiber Type (Glass, Carbon, Natural), Resin Type (Thermoset, Thermoplastics), Manufacturing Process (Compression, Injection, RTM), Applications (Exterior, Interior), Vehicle Type, and Region – Global Forecast to 2025″, published by MarketsandMarkets™, the Automotive Composites Market is expected to grow from USD 5.4 billion in 2020 to USD 9.3 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 11.5% during the forecast period. Government initiatives emphasizing the reduction of carbon emission and shift towards electric vehicles are expected to drive the growth of the automotive composites market.

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Glass fiber composites comprise a major share in terms of both value and volume.

Monomers account for the largest share of the overall market in terms of both value and volume. Government regulations such as Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFÉ) standards in the U.S.  carbon emission targets in U.S. have put pressure on OEMs to incorporate lightweight materials to reduce the overall vehicle weight, which has led to increased use of GFRP in the automotive industry. However, due to pandemic COVID-19, the sales of automotive composites decreased due to disturbance in supply chain.

Exterior applications account for the largest market share in the global automotive composites market in terms of value and volume.

The exterior parts include major components such as bumper beam, fender, front end module, door panels, and hood, among others. The use of composites in the automotive industry is an emerging trend as these composites help in achieving high-performance properties such as high stiffness, lightweight, and high strength to weight to ratio. However, because of COVID-19 as well as downturn in the automotive industry, the demand for automotive composites is reduced all over the globe. The exterior segment is at the forefront with the highest consumption of automotive composites globally since it help reduce the weight of the exterior parts hence enabling a weight reduction of the complete car body and make it more fuel-efficient. Germany is the largest consumer of automotive composites. Subsequently, certain Asia Pacific countries such as China and Japan consumed a considerable share of automotive composites in 2019. There is a huge decline in demand in the APAC region due to a complete and partial lockdown in the region.

Non-electric vehicle type dominates the market in the global automotive composites market during the forecast period in terms of value and volume.

The Non-electric vehicle type contributed the major share in the automotive composites market, both in terms of value and volume. Automakers all across the world are taking initiatives to fulfill the mandate imposed by the respective government and to offer the consumer with lightweight and fuel-efficient vehicles. Sereebo, carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) jointly developed by Teijin Limited and General Motors, is used for manufacturing the pickup box’s inner dashboard, side, and floor panels. Lately, Ruf Automobile GmbH, a German car manufacturer, has developed the Rodeo concept, an all-wheel-drive carbon fiber safari vehicle based on the classic Porsche 911 safari rally car. These initiatives taken by OEMs across the globe has been driving the growth of the automotive composites market.

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APAC is expected to account for the largest market share in the automotive composites market during the forecast period.

The APAC is the biggest and the fastest-growing market for automotive composites, consuming one thrid of the total global volume in 2019. The demand for automotive composites is mainly attributed to the growing need for lightweight, fuel-efficient, and environment-friendly vehicles. The manufacturers are focusing on producing lightweight car bodies with emission control features since the government has set stringent regulatory norms for pollution control from vehicles. The market in this region has undergone a significant transformation due to the in-house presence of well-established raw material suppliers, composite product and components manufacturers, and OEMs in itself consuming these composite solutions in automotive applications. The eco-systems of these adjutant industries is more likely to act in favor of growth of the automotive composites market.

Toray Industries Inc. (Japan), SGL Carbon (Germany), Teijin Limited (Japan), Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation (Japan), Hexcel Corporation (US), Solvay SA (Belgium), Gurit (Switzerland), UFP Technologies Ltd. (US), Huntsman Corporation (US), and Hexion (US), are some of the key players in the automotive composites market. These players have taken different organic and inorganic developmental strategies over the past five years.

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Scania introduces disengageable tandem axle

SÖDERTÄLJE, Sweden., Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Scania now introduces the RB662 tandem bogie axle with an optional lift-and-disengage function. The new option, when engaged, can save up to 6 percent on fuel, depending on operation, and reduces the turning radius. Lifting takes less than 25 seconds and, with normal chassis height and tyres, ground clearance is nearly 70 mm.

«This is a highly desired function from customers in certain applications, and I’m pleased to announce this…

SÖDERTÄLJE, Sweden., Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Scania now introduces the RB662 tandem bogie axle with an optional lift-and-disengage function. The new option, when engaged, can save up to 6 percent on fuel, depending on operation, and reduces the turning radius. Lifting takes less than 25 seconds and, with normal chassis height and tyres, ground clearance is nearly 70 mm.

«This is a highly desired function from customers in certain applications, and I’m pleased to announce this very neat solution,» says Bo Eriksson, Product Manager, Scania Trucks. «When unladen, the difference in fuel consumption can be up to 6 percent depending on the operation. That is substantial, especially when considering a return leg of 150 to 200 kilometres, as is often the case with timber trucks in Sweden. And, on top of that, you also get less tyre wear and increased manoeuvrability.»

The liftable and disengageable tandem bogie (LDTA) requires air suspension and will increase the trucks kerb weight by 60 kg. Most of the fuel savings can be attributed to the reduced friction inside the second (disconnected) axle gearing and only some 10 percent of the saving derives from reduced rolling resistance. Three bogie weights – 19, 21 and 26 tonnes – are available and load limits with the second axle lifted are 9.5, 10.5 and 13 tonnes respectively. 

A «dog clutch» connection is part of the option that makes Scania’s tandem axle RB662 both liftable and disengage¬able, thus offering substantial fuel savings, reduced tyre wear and much tighter turning radiuses.  

The LDTA option can presently not be combined with hub reduction axles or tridem configurations. The driver raises the axle by simply turning a knob. A pop-up warning appears in the instrument cluster if the truck identifies an overload situation, in which case it will not lift the axle. The lifting can be called for at any speed. The disengage-ment itself is performed via a «dog clutch» connection.

«We definitely expect that this option will be included in many truck specifications,» says Eriksson. «The added cost will rapidly be compensated given the obvious and highly positive contribution to our customers’ total operating economy.»

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Remote Start App Makes Car Sharing Easier with Contactless Key Handoff

SEATTLE, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — While travel and vacation were halted in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, car sharing has remained relevant with commuters seeking alternatives to public transportation. However, car sharing users, both vehicle owners and renters, continue to face hurdles that prevent a smooth and safe rental experience.

First and foremost, there’s the issue of the vehicle’s key. Currently, vehicle owners’ only two methods of key handoff are to meet renters…

SEATTLE, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — While travel and vacation were halted in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, car sharing has remained relevant with commuters seeking alternatives to public transportation. However, car sharing users, both vehicle owners and renters, continue to face hurdles that prevent a smooth and safe rental experience.

First and foremost, there’s the issue of the vehicle’s key. Currently, vehicle owners’ only two methods of key handoff are to meet renters in-person or to stow away the key somewhere on the outside of the vehicle. The former presents social distancing concerns and the latter subjects the vehicle to threats of theft and key tampering. Additionally, «smash-and-grab» break-ins continue to plague vehicles parked in public places for extended periods of time awaiting rental pickup. Vehicle owners that monetize their vehicles are faced with the dilemma of choosing between convenience and safety.

Firstech, the Seattle-based maker of the DroneMobile remote car starter app, has announced that its April 2021 app update will offer vehicle owners and renters both safety and convenience with new car sharing and key management capabilities.

The upcoming DroneMobile app update will enable the use of the company’s patented KL1 KeyLocker hardware. KeyLocker is an LTE-enabled key management and storage system that makes key handoff as easy as sending an invite to a renter’s email. Upon acceptance of the invitation, renters can instantly see the vehicle’s parking spot and start their trip using only their smartphone. Meanwhile, vehicle owners receive alerts notifying them of successful pickup and drop-off. (During the rental, vehicle owners cannot track or control the vehicle without ending the renter’s access.)

KeyLocker fits into most vehicle compartments and has a sliding door mechanism for safely storing any type of vehicle key. While a vehicle’s key is stored in a KeyLocker, the system activates anti-tampering security sensors around KeyLocker and the outside of the vehicle. These sensors can only be disarmed using the DroneMobile app, which works over LTE from unlimited range. If a vehicle utilizes a «smart» key with push-to-start capabilities, KeyLocker can enable and disable the detection of that key so that it does not need to be removed throughout the duration of the rental. In this case, drivers would use their smartphone as the key for driving the vehicle.

Firstech’s KeyLocker also includes a touchpad as backup in the event of poor cellular coverage or dead smartphone battery.

Firstech describes the DroneMobile app update as «enabling safer and easier car sharing for everyone.» While the DroneMobile app won’t offer a marketplace to reserve car shares, the company hopes to fill a void for vehicle owners that scale their car sharing operations on other platforms.

In order to enjoy DroneMobile car sharing, vehicle owners should visit an Authorized DroneMobile dealer to have their KeyLocker and LTE hardware installed. Parts and pricing may vary by vehicle. To find a dealer near you, please visit http://www.dronemobile.com/find-a-dealer. All car sharing and key management features will be included for all DroneMobile Premium subscribers, with plans as low as $5.99/month.

About Firstech
Firstech is an award-winning connected car company from Seattle, Washington. Since the company’s founding in Anchorage, Alaska, Firstech has primarily focused on developing solutions to improve the safety, comfort and peace of mind of drivers on the road. Over the past 6 consecutive years, Firstech has been voted «Top Vendor in Security and Convenience» solutions by the Mobile Electronics Association, demonstrating the company’s commitment to product innovation and customer support.

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All-new Sorento wins ‘Large SUV of the year’ at 2021 What Car? Car Of The Year awards

  • All-new Kia Sorento takes home the ‘Large SUV of the Year’ award
  • Sorento praised for its fuel economy, driving dynamics and well equipped interior
  • Sorento highly praised since launch in 2020

SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Kia’s flagship SUV, the all-new Sorento, has made a strong start to the year, being named ‘Large SUV of the Year’ at the 2021 What Car? Car of the Year…

  • All-new Kia Sorento takes home the ‘Large SUV of the Year’ award
  • Sorento praised for its fuel economy, driving dynamics and well equipped interior
  • Sorento highly praised since launch in 2020

SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Kia’s flagship SUV, the all-new Sorento, has made a strong start to the year, being named ‘Large SUV of the Year’ at the 2021 What Car? Car of the Year Awards.

Kia’s flagship SUV, the all-new Sorento, has made a strong start to the year, being named ‘Large SUV of the Year’ at the 2021 What Car? Car of the Year Awards.

Up against worthy competition in the Large SUV category, the What Car? judging panel chose the Sorento for its impressive fuel economy, driving dynamics, high levels of standard specification, and exceptional build quality.

The variant chosen by the judges at What Car? was the 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid in the UK’s ‘2’ specification, packed full of standard features such as a Reversing Camera System, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, and Forward Collision Avoidance with pedestrian, cyclist and junction detection.

Commenting on the Sorento win, Steve Huntingford, Editor of What Car? magazine said: «The Sorento’s hybrid tech combines good real-world fuel economy with comparatively low CO2 emissions, while the ride is comfortable and the steering accurate. Throw in a nicely made and well-equipped interior, a driving position that’s lofty enough to make HGV drivers jealous and Kia’s unmatched seven-year warranty, and the Sorento is an outstanding all-rounder.»

Won-Jeong Jeong, President at Kia Motors Europe commented: «It is always a great honour to receive awards for the vehicles that we produce, and particularly from such well-known and highly regarded publications as What Car? magazine. The fourth-generation Sorento is a car we are very proud of, particularly as it represents the first application of electrified power in our flagship SUV.»

The all-new Sorento has only been on sale in Europe for a short time, yet has already cemented itself as an important halo product in the Kia line-up, having also won ‘Car of the Year’ in the UK’s Carbuyer 2021 awards.

The all-new Sorento range is available across Kia’s European dealer network, with powertrain options (depending on market) including hybrid, diesel and plug-in hybrid. All models are sold in Europe with Kia’s industry-leading seven-year, 150,000-kilometre warranty.

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Electric Scooter and Motorcycle Market worth 5,948 thousand units by 2027 – Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

CHICAGO, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — According to the new market research report «Electric Scooter and Motorcycle Market by Vehicle Type (E-Scooter/Moped & E-Motorcycle), Battery (Sealed Lead Acid & Li-Ion), Distance Covered, Voltage (36V, 48V, 60V & 72V),…

CHICAGO, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — According to the new market research report «Electric Scooter and Motorcycle Market by Vehicle Type (E-Scooter/Moped & E-Motorcycle), Battery (Sealed Lead Acid & Li-Ion), Distance Covered, Voltage (36V, 48V, 60V & 72V), Technology (Plug-in & Battery), Vehicle Class, Region – Global Forecast to 2027″, published by MarketsandMarkets™, the global Electric Scooter and Motorcycle Market size is projected to grow from 861 thousand units in 2020 to reach 5,948 thousand units by 2027, at a CAGR of 31.8%.

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Factors such as growing demand for energy-efficient commuting and governments supporting electric two-wheelers through subsidies & tax rebates have compelled two-wheeler OEMs to explore beyond the use of conventional internal combustion engines (ICE) in two-wheelers.

Growing concerns over increased pollution by the automotive industry is the prime reason government bodies are promoting electric two-wheelers over conventional ones. They have recognized the need for promoting energy-efficient vehicles to reduce the increasing pollution. To attract and encourage people to buy electric two-wheelers, government bodies of different countries are introducing lucrative schemes and incentives that include formidable discounts, free electricity (initially), and free public charging stations.

Asia Pacific is expected to be the largest market in the forecast

Large sales production and sales volumes in China, growing demand for affordable electric scooters for short-distance commuting in developing economies, and governments promoting electric two-wheelers are expected to drive the Asia Pacific market during the forecast period. China’s rapidly growing economy is driving the expansion of advanced technologies to improve electrification in the country. China has spent approximately USD 2.4 billion till 2020 to improve the charging facility infrastructure in the country. The Indian government is taking initiatives such as FAME-II, offering subsidies, and tax exemptions to buyers to promote electric two-wheelers in the country.

Europe is expected to be the second-largest market during the forecast

The Electric Scooter and Motorcycle Market in Europe is projected to be the second-largest during the forecast period. The Netherlands, which focuses a lot on greener vehicles, is estimated to be the largest market in Europe in 2020. The increasing concerns over carbon emissions due to conventional ICE two-wheelers and the efficiency of electric two-wheelers have led the European authorities to develop a large charging infrastructure network that has propelled the growth of the Electric Scooter and Motorcycle Market. Moreover, Europe is home to many leading electric two-wheeler manufacturing companies, such as Piaggio (Italy), Energica Motor Company (Italy), KTM (Austria), Silence (Spain), GOVECS (Germany), and Askoll (Italy).

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The below 75 miles segment is expected to be the largest segment in the forecast

The below 75 miles segment is estimated to dominate the global Electric Scooter and Motorcycle Market, as the majority of the electric scooters/mopeds have a range of up to 75 miles. Asia Pacific is leading the segment of below 75 miles range in 2020 due to the dominance of electric scooters/mopeds over electric motorcycles, especially in China. These scooters/mopeds are used daily to commute and have a range below 75 miles on a single full charge. Yadea, NIU, and Xinri are major manufacturers of electric two-wheelers in China, providing electric scooters with a traveling range of below 75 miles. Hero Electric, Ampere, and Okinawa are the Indian companies offering electric scooters with this range.

The Electric Scooter and Motorcycle Market is dominated by established players such as Yadea Group Holdings Ltd. (China), Jiangsu Xinri E-Vehicle Co., Ltd. (China), NIU International (China), Silence Urban Ecomobility (Spain), and Hero Electric (India).

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