Richard Truett Technology and Engineering reporter Richard Truett is Technology and Engineering reporter for Automotive News. [email protected] 313-446-1638 See All Staff Page Recent Stories Gentex takes stake in Israeli thermal camera company Gentex, supplier of high-tech rearview mirrors, dimmable glass and automotive electronics, is investing in and collaborating with an Israeli company that has created a small thermal camera. MG's 100th anniversary: Iconic brand reborn after near-death Once known for British sports cars, MG has had its triumphs and struggles — even flirting with death. Now under Chinese ownership, the brand enters its second century poised to become a global player. How MG became one of Europe's fastest growing brands100 Years of MG: A Timeline Building a better EV motor: The drive for power, efficiency and cost-effectiveness When the auto industry trains its product development guns on a component, that item usually gets smaller, lighter, simpler, more powerful and more efficient. That's what's happening today to the electric motor, which is really just now starting what will likely be a very long journey in the automobile. Bosch charges into future of mobility, powertrains while investing in traditional technologies As Bosch increases its electric vehicle and fuel cells businesses, it is also continuing to invest in traditional technologies — with the goal of maintaining its ranking as the world's largest auto industry supplier. Aston Martin replaces its Americas chief with McLaren veteran Aston Martin has appointed McLaren veteran Tony Joseph to run its Americas region as Adam Chamblerlain, who joined the British automaker last November, prepares to depart. Ineos dealer network for the Grenadier takes shape Ineos, the British chemical company whose first vehicle, the Grenadier SUV, is now in production, is gearing up for its North American launch. Jaguar polishes image as an elite lifestyle brand Jaguar's lifestyle ads aim to position the brand as the pinnacle of luxury, right up there with such exclusive European brands as Cartier jewelry and Hermes and Balenciaga fashions. Aston Martin DBR22 concept car bows at Pebble Beach The two-seat open-cockpit V-12-powered sports car could see limited production. watch video Can a high-tech headrest reduce whiplash injuries? Canadian supplier Windsor Machine Group has developed what may be the first headrest system that moves closer to an occupant's head before an accident occurs. The system could reduce or even eliminate whiplash injuries in rear-end collisions. Aston Martin updates wings logo, launches new brand campaign With electrification coming and Aston Martin moving into new segments, the brand is rolling out a marketing campaign centered around the words "Intensity. Driven." 3D printing helps auto industry deal with supply chain issues Automakers and suppliers are using 3D-printed parts to keep assembly lines and production machinery running. Polestar 5, with 884 hp, has Porsche in its sights When it arrives in 2024, the dual-motor, 800-volt battery-powered Polestar 5 sport sedan will rival Porsche's Taycan, the Tesla Model S as well as EVs from Lucid, Jaguar and Mercedes-Benz. Volvo readies U.S. EV tech center in for dealership training The center will be located on a 20-acre (8.1 hectare) parcel of land and have 50 charging stations. Land Rover Defender lineup expands to three vehicles with 8-seat version The third Defender model, designed for families with camping and other gear, stretches the wheelbase and interior room. VW's new Scout must be true off-roader, not an urban SUV There's plenty of grumbling about VW's plan to resurrect the Scout SUV, which had a very successful run from 1961 to 1980 under International Harvester. Load More
Richard Truett Technology and Engineering reporter Richard Truett is Technology and Engineering reporter for Automotive News. [email protected] 313-446-1638 See All Staff Page