http://www.sae.org/mags/aei/event Get the latest content from the Events section of SAE Automotive Engineering International Online Magazine. http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7196 The Center for Automotive Research forecasts that even at $6/gal in 2011, diesels would represent just 5% and gasoline hybrids just 10% of the market, and by 2015 hybrids perhaps only would double the 2011 level. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:03:13 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7196 2009-11-20T23:03:13Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7183 The future of automotive connectivity, which entails the further integration of automotive and consumer electronics as well as vehicle infrastructure integration, was discussed at a Driving Connected technology briefing seminar at the 2009 SEMA Show. Paramount for that integration to occur is open architectures. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:31:19 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7183 2009-11-12T15:31:19Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7180 Ford Racing unveiled 2009 turnkey racing packages for two of its highest-profile production vehicles: the Mustang and F-150. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:04:14 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7180 2009-11-12T15:04:14Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7178 California owners of “specially constructed vehicles” can rest easier now thanks to the efforts of the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), with General Motors, through its Performance Parts Division, being the first OEM to offer an emissions-compliant crate engine alternative. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:29:13 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7178 2009-11-11T21:29:13Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7016 Automakers, suppliers, and venture-capital companies are heavily investing in the potential paybacks associated with electrified vehicles. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:35:28 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7016 2009-10-29T17:35:28Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7052 Buses account for a high percentage of U.S. emissions, prompting an industry-wide push to reduce pollutant output. Alternatives such as natural gas and even gasoline hybrids are getting increased attention as regulators and vehicle owners try to balance conservation and cost. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:40:11 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7052 2009-10-14T20:40:11Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7042 Alternative fuels can help fleet owners save money, often without requiring large investments. But before vehicle owners switch to biodiesel and natural gas, they need to ensure that they are maintaining quality levels and making sound financial decisions. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:31:09 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7042 2009-10-14T20:31:09Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7034 Solar modules in vehicles are still very much niche products. One reason is glass-based module manufacturing limits the use of photovoltaic cells in size and weight, according to Proof Design and Innovation Management. The German company presented a plastic-based solution, the Composite Solar Module, at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:44:45 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7034 2009-10-14T13:44:45Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7026 The lineup includes the production Tucson-replacing ix, Elantra LPI Hybrid, and i10 Electric as well as ix-Metro concept. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:55:11 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7026 2009-10-13T13:55:11Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6991 The 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show played host to the international launch of the Citroën C3, but there was another small car concept that was attracting a lot of interest on the French manufacturer’s stand. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:32:06 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6991 2009-10-13T13:32:06Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6980 Cylinder de-activation, weight saving, reduced fuel consumption and emissions, a new chassis, and huge amounts of wood for its interior mark out Bentley’s new Mulsanne, revealed at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:16:19 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6980 2009-10-13T13:16:19Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7059 There was a familiar feel to the biggest star of the Volkswagen stand at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. The L1, a vehicle with tandem seating that Volkswagen introduced at the German show, bore more than a passing resemblance to the "1-liter" car revealed in 2002. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 21:29:28 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7059 2009-10-09T21:29:28Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6969 When Rolls-Royce unveiled its new 6.6-L twin-turbo V12 Ghost sedan at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, it stated that it was “a vision of simplicity.” Wed, 07 Oct 2009 21:29:29 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6969 2009-10-07T21:29:29Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6984 Production of the four-door Aston Martin Rapide starts in the first quarter of 2010, and the company presented a near-production version of it at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:50:08 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6984 2009-10-07T20:50:08Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6990 BMW revealed at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show the most extreme interpretation of its EfficientDynamics program with the Vision EfficientDynamics concept car. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:40:40 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6990 2009-10-07T20:40:40Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6962 Electric sports car projects are gaining pace and Audi’s e-tron concept joined the potential industry queue at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:30:51 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6962 2009-10-07T20:30:51Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7010 Even after years of continuous improvement, gasoline and diesel engines still have the potential to offer better fuel efficiency and lower emissions. Continental presented enabling technologies at September's Frankfurt Motor Show. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 20:18:29 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7010 2009-10-06T20:18:29Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7009 Higher temperatures and higher pressures in the combustion chamber may finally require steel pistons to be fitted in highly loaded passenger car diesel engines. Kolbenschmidt has presented a new generation of steel pistons for that purpose. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 19:08:56 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7009 2009-10-06T19:08:56Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6994 While there were countless fuel- and emissions-saving automobiles debuting at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the green theme extended to the suppliers to those vehicles as well. Tire manufacturer Bridgestone used the occasion to unveil an eco-friendly model for the high-volume segment. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:55:39 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6994 2009-10-06T18:55:39Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7011 By bundling induction, fuel, and hybrid-system solutions with downsizing, Bosch is offering OEMs up to 40% greater fuel efficiency for approximately 1000 euros added cost per vehicle. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:51:31 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7011 2009-10-06T18:51:31Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6976 ZF is looking into new material options for chassis designs. At the Frankfurt Motor Show, the company revealed studies that use fiber composite materials to bring down the weight of the rear axles and dampers. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:27:29 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6976 2009-09-30T17:27:29Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6970 Due to the lack of waste heat, electric vehicles need an auxiliary heat source; however, this should not impact vehicle range. During the Frankfurt Motor Show, Eberspächer presented options for diverse thermal management solutions. So far all technologies have strengths and weaknesses. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:12:20 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6970 2009-09-30T17:12:20Z