International

NNG expands automotive footprint with American acquisition

NNG, developer of the award-winning iGO Navigation software based in Budapest, has acquired nfuzion, an American HMI prototyping company.The acquisition will allow NNG to broaden its presence in automotive on-board systems. Already a leading supplier of navigation software, content, and services, NNG plans to develop infotainment and HMI technologies, which highlights the company’s growing influence in the automotive market. nfuzionspecializes in[Read More…]

BorgWarner supplies Solenoid Technology for Global 6-Speed Front-Wheel Drive Transmission Program

BorgWarner’s Mini Direct-Acting Variable Force Solenoid Enables Improved Fuel Economy and Shift Feel BorgWarner supplies its mini direct-acting variable force solenoid (VFS) for General Motors’ global front-wheel drive 6-speed automatic transmission program (GF6). Featured in a range of 2015 Chevrolet, Buick and GMC vehicles, BorgWarner’s mini direct-acting VFS enables improved fuel economy and shift feel. Applications exist in every major[Read More…]

A123 Systems appoints Patrick Hurley as Chief Technology Officer

Organization Committed to Extending its Technology Leadership A123 Systems LLC, a developer and manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion batteries and systems, has announced on 19 August that Dr. Patrick Hurley has joined the company as its new Chief Technology Officer. Dr. Hurley has also assumed leadership responsibility for A123 Venture Technologies, which is the company’s research and development unit focused on[Read More…]

Hitachi: Concerning the selling of automotive parts that violates China’s Anti-Monopoly Law

Tokyo, August 20, 2014 — Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd. today announced that it has been notified by the National Development and Reform Commission of the People’s Republic of China that its selling of some automotive parts has been in violation of China’s Anti-Monopoly Law. Hitachi Automotive Systems has been fully cooperating with the investigation being conducted by the National Development[Read More…]

Sumitomo Electric: Regarding the Decision of the National Development and Reform Commission of China

Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. (hereinafter, “Sumitomo Electric”) received a decision from the National Development and Reform Commission of China (the “Commission”) stating that Sumitomo Electric violated China’s Anti-Monopoly Law in connection with the supply of automotive wiring harnesses and related products. Sumitomo Electric is committed to compliance with all applicable competition laws around the world. The Commission’s decision is based[Read More…]

Fined by National Development and Reform Commission of People’s Republic of China for Violation of Chinese Antitrust Law

On August 19, 2014 (Chinese Time), JTEKT CORPORATION (“JTEKT”) has been imposed  on a fine of 109.36 million Chinese Yuan (approximately 1,800 million Japanese Yen) by the  National Development and Reform Commission (“NDRC”) of People’s Republic of China for  violation of Chinese antitrust law in relation to some past sales of bearings in Chinese market. As JTEKT treats this matter[Read More…]

DENSO Fined by the Canadian Court for Violation of the Canadian Competition Act

On August 20, 2014 (Canada Eastern Standard Time), DENSO Corporation was ordered to pay a fine of CA$2.45 million (approximately 0.2 billion yen) by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice for violation of the Canadian Competition Act in connection with sales in Canada of certain body electronic control units [body ECUs] for motor vehicles. DENSO has been fully cooperating with[Read More…]

SKF appoints Alrik Danielson as new President and CEO as of 1 January 2015, succeeding Tom Johnstone

SKF has announces that Tom Johnstone has decided to step down as President and CEO of SKF, on 1 January 2015. Tom Johnstone will be succeeded by Alrik Danielson who has been President and CEO of Höganäs AB since 2005. Alrik Danielson worked at SKF between 1987 and 2005 and held a number of executive positions within the Group including[Read More…]

Johnson Controls invests as cooperation partner in future technology for lightweight construction project

Johnson Controls invests as cooperation partner in future technology for lightweight construction project

Combination of steel and aluminum in laser-welded tailored tubes offers attractive savings potential in high-volume seat back production Johnson Controls, a global multi-industry company, is investing in an automotive research project that combines two approaches to lightweight construction for the first time. The partners from science and industry are working on tailored tubes made of a hybrid of steel and[Read More…]

by August 22, 2014 International, Web Exclusive
Delphi’s Electronically Scanning Radar Brings Safety to One Million Vehicles

Delphi’s Electronically Scanning Radar Brings Safety to One Million Vehicles

Delphi Automotive recently sold its one millionth electronically scanning radar (ESR) globally – a key milestone as car makers meet growing customer demand for new technologies that improve safety. Since its debut in 2009, Delphi’s ESR set the standard for long range automotive radar sensors.  Key features were introduced in this radar, including multi-mode operation, digital beam forming, and a[Read More…]