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BMW introduced its own robot-car.
The subject of robotic vehicles that can orient in the environment, avoiding obstacles such as pedestrians and other vehicles, is very popular. Perhaps the most famous example of realization of the idea of robot-car is a car from Google. These cars have repeatedly shown what they can, and are indeed commendable. But BMW has produced … Continue reading
General Motors turns the automotive glass into touchscreens
Company General Motors has demonstrated the development, which is scheduled to be used in the manufacture of vehicles of the future. The idea is to make the side windows of rear passengers the interactive touch screens. The technology is called Windows of Opportunity.
Showtime – vehicle for the apocalypse
It’s amazing: what a good old-fashioned ingenuity can create. 60 meters of thick steel pipe, 16-inch spring-hydraulic shock absorbers, engine LSX 454 from General Motors, coupled with automatic transmission, Powerglide, a pair of custom-made axles and a set of 43-inch tires. Of course, all of these components would be worth nothing, if not a talented … Continue reading
Saab is on its last leg.
The future of Swedish Automobile is at stake. A Swedish court has rejected a request of Saab Automobile company of protection from creditors to avoid failure. In response, the Swedish trade unions said that they can demand to declare bankruptcy of Saab in the coming days. The company sought protection from creditors while trying to find new sources of funding.
The Chinese conquer Europe
Get the Flash Player to see this content. Initially, the products of the Chinese auto industry in our country are viewed with suspicion, believing that it is of poor quality and shoddy. Nevertheless, the Chinese do not think to limit to local markets and are going to win not only the neighboring Russia, but also … Continue reading