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Increased Autonomous Capabilities For Volkswagen Travel Assist System

Even though autonomous motoring – where the vehicle can operate and guide itself without human involvements – is still many years away, there are already a number of systems that can act autonomously to prevent accidents or reduce driving fatigue. For instance, automatic emergency braking activates if the driver does not take action in time to prevent a collision. Adaptive cruise control maintains a safe gap with a vehicle ahead by adjusting the set cruising speed.

These systems make use of cameras and radar to identify other vehicles and objects ahead, and a computer processes the data at super high speeds to determine if there is a dangerous situation. Technological advancements have seen the capabilities of the sensors increasing and accuracy of data becoming better and better. More sensors installed around the vehicle’s bodywork provide 360-degree coverage in the more advanced systems today.

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GoEV Car-Sharing Program By GoCar Malaysia Gives You A Chance To ‘Try Before Buying’

Are you thinking of buying an electric vehicle (EV) soon? The government is offering full tax exemption of battery electric vehicles (not hybrids) until the end of 2023, which means that there are considerable savings on the retail price.

However, unlike a hybrid where you do not have to worry about running out of electricity and being unable to recharge the battery pack to continue, EVs will require a new mindset and perhaps even a change in your driving habits. If you do not have a charging point at home, then you will have to get used to going to public charging stations regularly and make a note of where they are.

For some, such issues may be a hassle while others will adapt to them. Some may find that when they want to go outstation, they have to think about where the recharge along the way and they might not be able to detour far.

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Euromobil Celebrates 20th Anniversary Of Association With Audi

Euromobil, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Edaran Otomobil Nasional Berhad (EON), today celebrated its 20th anniversary of association with Audi. The dealership was set up in 2002 to handle the German brand as distributor and provided sales and aftersales services to Malaysian customers.

Its 20^th anniversary celebration took place today at the Audi Centre in Glenmarie, Selangor, and had a football theme to coincide with the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. Some 200 guests, including Audi owners, were invited for the event to mark the company’s milestone.

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Ford To Develop EV Crossover Models Using Volkswagen MEB platform

Ford will use Volkswagen’s MEB platform for EVs to produce new battery electric vehicle (BEV) for the European market. This follows on from the alliance formed between the two carmakers which has so far seen Ford providing the latest Ranger truck for Volkswagen to adapt as its second generation Amarok.

The first Ford model to use the MEB will be a BEV crossover and production is expected to be underway at the Ford Electrification Centre in Cologne, Germany from 2023. Ford has confirmed one model with a total volume of around 600,000 units but a second one is expected, also likely to be a crossover based on what was shown of the BEV range in March this year.

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New Vehicle Deliveries Pick Up In November, On Track For 700,000 Units in 2022

After the dip in deliveries last month, the Total Industry Volume (TIV) picked up again during November, increasing by 6% over October’s number to end at 64,404 units of passenger cars and commercial vehicles.

Of the 64,404 units, 89% of the vehicles delivered were passenger cars (excluding pick-up trucks), an increase over the volume in October as the assembly plants were able to complete more vehicles.

Comparing to the same month in 2021, the TIV in 2022 was 7% higher, with the variance for commercial vehicles (including pick-up trucks) being 11% greater.

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Proton Sends Staff For 6-Month NEV Training Program In China

Over the years, Proton has sent many of its personnel to its technical partners’ facilities in Japan and more recently, China, where they can receive training in various areas. The training will equip them will skills and knowledge which they can then bring back to Malaysia and share with their colleagues.

As Proton embarks on the development of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), primarily electric vehicles, it is building up expertise in this new field of the auto industry. To equip its own personnel with the knowledge of development, integration, manufacturing, and sales and service of NEVs, the Malaysian carmaker has sent 16 of its staff members to the Geely Research Institute at Ningbo in Hangzhou Bay, China.

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