AUTO

September 15, 2019

Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (Hall 8.0, Booth A13) is showcasing the pristine integration of Velarray lidar sensors into consumer vehicles to make currently available, high-end electric vehicles safer at the IAA 2019 Conference. Velodyne has addressed the market need for lidar technology that enables high-level Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) for safe navigation and collision avoidance, all within a compact form factor. The lidar is situated behind the vehicle’s windshield for streamlined, flawless integration. Velodyne booth visitors can see how the Velodyne Velarray™ sensors are beautifully integrated into sleek, high-end vehicles, maintaining their aerodynamic design. The Velarray’s small,...... Continue Reading

September 12, 2019

Alesayi Motor Company, the exclusive distributor for Mitsubishi vehicles in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, presented the new L200 one-ton pick-up truck, with its wide changes and distinct aesthetic touch.

The updated version of the sixth-generation L200 was launched to mark the 40th anniversary for the launch of this category for"... Continue Reading

September 10, 2019

Milrem Robotics, the leading European manufacturer of unmanned ground vehicles (UGV) and developer of robotic warfare solutions, introduces the fifth generation THeMIS UGV at DSEI 2019 in London designed to assist warfighters and enhance combat effectiveness.

“In 2015 we exhibited the first THeMIS concept here at DSEI in"... Continue Reading

September 7, 2019

ExxonMobil is expanding its global business and technical partnership with Porsche by teaming with the luxury German automaker on its Formula E series car for the 2019 / 2020 season. The new partnership represents ExxonMobil’s first entry into electric motorsports.

Starting from the first race in Saudi Arabia at the end of"... Continue Reading

September 5, 2019

MANESAR, India: The narrow lanes in Aliyar and Kasan villages in Manesar, an automotive manufacturing hub on New Delhi’s southern outskirts, would usually be packed on Sundays with migrant workers employed at the nearby plants enjoying their day off, but not anymore. These are hard times for an area dependent on the fortunes of companies like Maruti Suzuki, the carmaker with the largest market share"... Continue Reading

September 4, 2019

Volkswagen Kuwait welcomes the new 2020 Passat to the region with three offerings of different variants and prices to suit a wide range of customers. The impressive and bold new redesign offers an impactful sedan offering in the region.

Over eight years ago, Volkswagen completely overhauled the midsize sedan to include more interior"... Continue Reading

September 4, 2019

Polestar, the electric performance car brand jointly owned by Volvo Car Group and Zhejiang Geely Holding, has opened its first production facility in Chengdu, China, a key milestone for the rapidly growing car company.

Polestar also announced its World Manufacturing Identifier, which officiates the brand as a standalone car company, said a statement.

The new Polestar Production"... Continue Reading

August 29, 2019

Velodyne Lidar, Inc. today announced the second annual World Safety Summit on Autonomous Technology that will address safety issues and public concern regarding autonomous vehicles (AV). The free event, which is open to the public and takes place at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. on October 2, aims to advance understanding of the safety benefits that can be achieved with AVs and spark collaborative work to increase consumer awareness on how AVs will revolutionize transportation. The summit agenda includes seven panel sessions that feature business, government, public safety and community leaders. The sessions will examine topics such as the AV testing process, how to address confusing terminology related to vehicle autonomy and safety, education and public engagement, and cybersecurity. Summit keynote speakers are Dr. Lawrence Burns, author...... Continue Reading

August 28, 2019

Japan’s Nissan Motor has developed a golf ball that will help you make a putt with your eyes closed.

As a proof of concept, the car maker unveiled a video on Tuesday whereby a toddler taps a ball with his club and makes a putt that would make Tiger Woods’ jaw drop.

To"... Continue Reading

August 28, 2019

Velodyne Lidar, Inc. today announced that Optimus Ride will use Velodyne’s groundbreaking lidar sensors in its entire fleet of self-driving vehicles. The sensors provide rich computer perception data that enables real-time object and free space detection for safe navigation and reliable operation. Optimus Ride, a leading self-driving vehicle technology company on a mission to transform mobility, will soon be operating its self-driving systems in four U.S. states. “Velodyne’s sensors provide powerful lidar solutions that help us ensure our self-driving vehicles are the smartest and safest on the road today,” said Dr. Ryan Chin, Optimus Ride’s CEO and co-founder. “For Optimus Ride to operate a fleet at SAE Level 4 requires significant sophistication, intelligence, range and resolution. Velodyne’s technology meets...... Continue Reading