Technology

Ameya Naik

Dec 31, 2014, 8:14 PM

Mercedes-Benz Teases Autonomous Driving Concept

Mercedes-Benz teased an image which previews an autonomous driving concept. The yet-unnamed show car will be introduced at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) next week.

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  PTI | Dec 24, 2014

  New Method Turns Biomass Waste Into Fuel

  Scientists, including those of Indian-origin, have developed a new method that can turn biomass waste into chemical products which can be used to create high-octane fuel for jets and race cars.

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  AFP | Dec 23, 2014

  Google Self-Driving Car Prototype Ready to Try Road

  Google announced that the first completed prototype of its self-driving car is ready to be road tested. The prototype is a manifestation of plans that California-based Google revealed in May to build its own autonomous car minus typical features such as steering wheels.

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  Ameya Naik | Dec 22, 2014

  The Strati Is The World's First 3D-Printed Car

  If you wanted to book a car, the simple process is to go to the showroom, zero down on the car, make the payment and then wait to receive delivery. Now, delivery can take days, months or in some cases years, however, what if I told you, you can manufacture one in 24 hours!

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  Ameya Naik | Dec 22, 2014

  Volvo To Introduce A Cyclist Anti-Collision Warning System

  We all are aware of the Volvo's obsession with safety in their cars and we've seen the levels to which these guys have gone to make sure everything is in order. Now, the company has teamed up with POC and Ericsson to develop a new two-way communication system for cars and cyclists.

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  Ameya Naik | Dec 16, 2014

  Jaguar Land Rover Develops Transparent Pillar and 'Follow Me' Car Navigation Concepts

  Jaguar Land Rover has launched a research project to develop technologies that will offer drivers a 360-degree view out of their vehicle, uninterrupted by the pillars that support the roof. This is to help get a clear view of pedestrians, cyclists and other vehicles around the car.

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  Ameya Naik | Dec 12, 2014

  Renault Showcases Their Two-Cylinder, Two-Stroke Diesel Engine

  Renault has introduced a variety of new technologies and powertrain components at their Innovations@Renault event in Paris. There was a new electric motor, a three-cylinder dual fuel/LPG engine and even the HYDIVU, which is the company's hybrid diesel engine for LCV's.

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  Kritika Sethi | Dec 12, 2014

  Ford Reboots Touch-Screen System With New SYNC 3

  Ford today introduced SYNC 3, a new communications and entertainment system that builds on the capability of SYNC technology already in more than 10 million SYNC-equipped vehicles on the road globally. SYNC 3 begins arriving on new vehicles next year.

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  Ameya Naik | Dec 8, 2014

  Volvo's Showcases Latest Crash Testing Rig - The Robocoaster

  We all know how particular Volvo is when it comes to setting safety standards. Their obsession with safety boards has now given birth to a unique piece of testing equipment called the Robocoaster. Volvo Safety Expert Anders Axelson, thought about this idea during a trip to an amusement park.

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