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Level 1 automated driving coming to Class 8 truck fleets

2017-03-13

Partnership between Omnitracs and Peloton Technology brings platooning technology to fleet customers.

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Power transfer coupling

2017-03-13

Startup-company Twin Spring Coupling features its new power transfer coupling that is warrantied to 300 lb·ft (407 N·m) of torque.

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Camera and sensor wash system

2017-03-13

Foreign materials like dust, mud, road salt, snow and other related debris can cause lens or sensor obstruction that will lead to degraded or non-functional system performance.

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Case compact dozer loader concept spawns 30 pending patents

2017-03-11

Called “Project Minotaur,” the Case DL450 compact dozer loader is a “first-of-its-kind” machine that combines the footprint and performance of a compact track loader (CTL) with the power and dozing characteristics of a bulldozer. The crossover concept was revealed at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2017.

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Isuzu Motors announces heavy-duty natural gas engine for off-highway

2017-03-10

The engine maker used the ConExpo 2017 stage to announce its intention to produce a dual-fuel capable (natural gas and propane) off-highway engine by mid-2018, leveraging its already-in-production on-highway CNG truck engine.

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Marmon-Herrington launches infinitely variable transmission, variable power divider at ConExpo

2017-03-10

The company’s new HydroMechiVT hydro-mechanical transmission maximizes the advantages of both hydrostatic and mechanical transmission technologies, while its new HydroMechVPD eliminates the need for an auxiliary diesel engine in applications where a second power source has traditionally been required.

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JCB’s new 3L DieselMax: Tier 4 without SCR

2017-03-09

JCB stresses Tier 4 compliance, low maintenance and reduced fuel consumption for its all-new 3.0-L DieselMax engine.

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Side-object detection for OTR vehicles displayed at Conexpo 2017

2017-03-09

Preco Electronics' new PreView Side Defender system aims to reduce trucking's increasing incidence of side-blindspot collisions.

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805-hp Mercedes-AMG GT Concept hybrid heralds production model

2017-03-07

Unveiled at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, this uber-performance hybrid uses F1 technology.

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Cat 745 articulated truck boasts next-gen cab, new machine-control features

2017-03-07

Caterpillar unveiled its new articulated truck at ConExpo, focusing on the 745's re-engineered exoskeletal cab that is larger, quieter and incorporates operator-assist technologies such as fully automatic hoisting control.

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New BMW 5 Series adds PHEV, Touring, xDrive M5

2017-03-06

The 7th generation 5 Series, known internally as the G30, focuses on power, torque, mass and aero-drag reduction and refinement.

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Renault's new Zoe vies for EV range crown

2017-03-05

A new version of the LG Chem Z.E. 40 battery delivers nearly double the energy density of its predecessor.

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Euro NCAP to adopt autonomous vehicle ratings

2017-03-04

Euro NCAP will establish a separate category for autonomous vehicles, but there is not likely to be one for cars that are claimed to protect all occupants from serious injury or death.

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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: New lighting technology

2017-03-04

Automotive lighting technology is changing rapidly–and drivers are a lot safer because of it.

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Engineering with simulation and data

2017-03-03

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Sales of Maruti Suzuki Smart Hybrid Vehicles surpass one lakh units

2017-03-01

Maruti Suzuki India Limited announced that its Smart Hybrid vehicles, the Ciaz SHVS and the Ertiga SHVS, have crossed cumulative sales of 100,000 units in February.

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Ashok Leyland’s ‘Circuit’ series is first electric bus made in India

2017-03-01

Ashok Leyland’s first Circuit electric bus is designed and engineered entirely in India, by Indians, for India.

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Faurecia targets NOx reduction at lower exhaust temps with lightweight cartridges

2017-02-28

Called a “new generation” of NOx reduction technology, ASDS (Ammonia Storage and Delivery System) is designed ultimately to replace conventional tanks containing a diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) or AdBlue with lighter, high-efficiency cartridges containing a solid material called AdAmmine.

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SANY India enters mining segment, launches range of off-highway dump trucks

2017-02-28

SANY India, a manufacturer of construction, heavy machinery and renewable equipment, has entered into the mining segment.

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New Lexus LC brings new platform, hybrid system

2017-02-24

The visually captivating Lexus LC coupe debuts Toyota's GA-L architecture and features the new Aisin 10-speed, lightweight construction and a new hybrid powertrain.