Tag: Electronics

CES 2021 Moving to All-Digital Event

The Consumer Technology Association has announced that CES 2021 will be an all-digital event. “With the growing global health concerns about the spread of COVID-19, it is not possible to safely convene tens of thousands of people in Las Vegas in early January 2021 to meet and do business in person,” organizers said in a… Continue reading CES 2021 Moving to All-Digital Event

Connected Car Market Expected to Slow in 2020

After years of consistent growth, the connected vehicle industry will face a 15% decline in shipments and flat revenues in 2020, according to a recent report from ABI Research, a global tech market advisory firm. However, both embedded and aftermarket segments will see accelerated growth in 2021, and sales should return to trend in early… Continue reading Connected Car Market Expected to Slow in 2020

Ford Introduces 7-Motor Mustang Mach-E 1400

Ford has introduced the new, all-electric Mustang Mach-E 1400. Coming hot on the heels of the 1,400-horsepower all-electric Mustang Cobra Jet 1400, this one-off Mustang Mach-E has seven electric motors and was developed in collaboration with RTR. Built off a Mustang Mach-E GT body-in-white, the prototype targets 1,400 peak horsepower. “Now is the perfect time… Continue reading Ford Introduces 7-Motor Mustang Mach-E 1400

Remote Start Security Company Expanding into U.S.

Pandora, a Russian car alarm and remote start brand that also serves markets in Europe, is expanding into the United States, CE Outlook reports. Developed and produced in Russia, where it holds a 25% market share, Pandora security systems are being test marketed at a few US dealers with aims to open a U.S. office.… Continue reading Remote Start Security Company Expanding into U.S.

Auburn University Building New Autonomous Vehicle Research Facility

Auburn University will soon have one of the nation’s only autonomous vehicle research facilities that is attached to a test track.

For researchers in Auburn University’s GPS and Vehicle Dynamics Laboratory, prepping autonomous vehicles outside in Alabama’s elements — from the sweltering summer sun to pop-up thunderstorms — has become a near daily occurrence. Whether researchers are debugging algorithms, installing sensors or running data analyses, much of the work from the GPS and Vehicle Dynamics Laboratory,… Continue reading Auburn University Building New Autonomous Vehicle Research Facility

KICKER Partnering with American Flat Track Racing

KICKER is joining an exclusive partnership with American Flat Track Racing for the 2020 season, the company announced. The organization’s season begins July 17-18 following a lengthy delay in scheduling due to the COVID-19 pandemic. KICKER will serve as the official audio partner of AFT as it kicks off the racing season with an inaugural… Continue reading KICKER Partnering with American Flat Track Racing

Alpine Electronics Named GM Supplier of the Year

Alpine Electronics was named a GM Supplier of the Year by General Motors during a virtual ceremony honoring the recipients of the company’s 28th annual Supplier of the Year awards, the company announced. During the event, GM recognized 116 of its best suppliers from 15 countries that have consistently exceeded GM’s expectations, created outstanding value… Continue reading Alpine Electronics Named GM Supplier of the Year

SPAL Named Official Electric Cooling Fan of Diesel Motorsports

SPAL USA has been named the official electric cooling fan of Diesel Motorsports for the 2020 season, the company announced. “We are extremely proud to serve as the official electric cooling fan of Diesel Motorsports,” said Thom Balistrieri, director of aftermarket sales for SPAL USA. “Traditionally, diesel applications have been nearly impossible to keep cool… Continue reading SPAL Named Official Electric Cooling Fan of Diesel Motorsports

BMW Making In-Car Features Subscription-Based

BMW is launching a new service with its Remote Software Upgrade system, which will allow vehicle owners to subscribe to certain features and functions. BMW has created the technical basis for keeping vehicles up to date, adding additional vehicle functions and installing them over the air. BMW already offers its customers digital services and additional… Continue reading BMW Making In-Car Features Subscription-Based

Accele Electronics Launches New Website

Accele Electronics has launched its new website, www.accele.com, the company announced. The website serves as a portal to Accele’s array of automotive electronics solutions, the company says. “Visitors to this portal will find a newly designed home page, free of clutter, containing an easy to navigate interface, said Christian Way, vice president, Accele Electronics. “Today,… Continue reading Accele Electronics Launches New Website

HELLA Recognized as GM Supplier of the Year

Automotive lighting and electronics manufacturer HELLA has been named a 2019 Supplier of the Year by General Motors, the company announced. During a virtual awards ceremony, General Motors recognized 116 of its suppliers from 15 countries that have consistently exceeded GM’s expectations, created outstanding value or introduced innovations to the company in the past calendar… Continue reading HELLA Recognized as GM Supplier of the Year

KnowledgeFest Dallas Postponed

The Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) has announced that the KnowledgeFest Dallas trade show has been moved to Sept. 25-27 at the Omni Dallas Hotel. The event was originally scheduled for Aug. 14-16. Organizers will adhere to CDC guidelines and may institute a variety of health and safety measures for the event, including temperature and wellbeing… Continue reading KnowledgeFest Dallas Postponed

SEMA Study Demonstrates ADAS Compliance of Aftermarket-Modified Vehicles

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), along with several automotive aftermarket companies, ADAS technology service providers and test facilities, have successfully completed ADAS testing of an aftermarket-modified 2020 model year pickup truck proving that it meets all functional and regulatory safety compliance standards, OEM warranty requirements and insurance eligibility specifications. Today, more than 60 million… Continue reading SEMA Study Demonstrates ADAS Compliance of Aftermarket-Modified Vehicles

Peterson Manufacturing Adds to Sales Team

Peterson Manufacturing has announced two new additions to its sales department: David Black and Joseph Shaw. Both have backgrounds in the Commercial Vehicle segment––especially heavy-duty trucks, trailers and fleets. As the new Business Development Manager of Fleets, Black will focus on all fleets in the Eastern and South-Central U.S. “David Black’s expertise in both carrier… Continue reading Peterson Manufacturing Adds to Sales Team