Automotive

From 7th-9th June, Volvo Trucks have been taking part in the NGV Berlin 2011 Fair in order to present the Volvo FM Methane-Diesel. The participation in this show is also part of Volvo Trucks commitment to establish ‘blue corridors’ in Europe. These transport corridors are designed to increase the availability of gas on European roads to make it possible to cover longer transport distances with gas-powered trucks.

Wheels Magazine is highly respected by Australia’s car fraternity and has been providing drivers with authoritative news and views since 1953. The results of its annual tyre test are certainly eagerly awaited and the findings from this year’s event have caused quite a stir - the Kumho LE Sport KU39 finished a close third behind offerings from Europe’s two biggest tyre makers and ahead of well established and respected Japanese brands.

Molex Incorporated has expanded its HSAutoLink™ Interconnect System with the introduction of HSAutoLink high-speed in-vehicle data bus assemblies that deliver robust connectivity to commercial automotive and other transportation sectors.

Vauxhall’s European Car of the Year-winning Insignia range is now an even more compelling choice for private and business users with the addition of an ultra-low emissions ecoFLEX diesel model and a new-to-range 1.4 Turbo petrol engine.

Suzuki is pleased to announce the addition of the low emissions 1.3-litre DDiS model to the recently launched Swift range. Available in all 148 Suzuki dealerships from June 1, the Swift DDiS uses a new 75PS 1.3-litre engine, offers low emissions of 109g/km with combined fuel consumption of 67.3mpg, giving an estimated driving range of more than 500 miles.

The recently refreshed Ford Mondeo range is now offering powertrain enhancements to the UK market leader's flagship large car.

Murata announced today the launch of the DE6 series Type KJ ceramic capacitors specifically designed for automotive applications and certified to meet the demanding safety standards required in such operating environments. Believed to be the first manufacturer in the industry to have successfully commercialized ceramic capacitors destined for automotive applications and certified under the safety standards, the capacitors are coated with a new in...

Murata Manufacturing Co.,Ltd. is proud to announce that it has created a series of chip monolithic ceramic capacitors which feature metal pins and which are designed to be used in automotive electronic devices.

GOEPEL electronic provides PXI 6161, an all-new communication controller supporting MOST150 based on the highly powerful Series 61. Using this new hardware platform, users are able to individually and flexibly configure the controller according to their individual needs. That means, GOEPEL electronic provides one-stop solutions in software and hardware supporting MOST150.

Sharp is presenting one of the smallest CMOS camera modules worldwide for automotive applications. Due to the housing volume of just 7 cc, the camera can be hidden almost anywhere in the outer skin of vehicles.