Automotive
The Silent Threat: Assessing Airbag Safety in Aging Vehicles
Automotive airbags are crucial safety components designed to protect occupants during collisions. However, as vehicles age, the reliability and efficacy of these life-saving devices become a growing concern for many drivers.
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Jony Ive Taps into Ferrari's Electric Future, Redefining Luxury EV Interiors
Ferrari has unveiled the first interior images of its debut all-electric supercar, the Ferrari Luce, revealing a groundbreaking design by LoveFrom, the firm co-founded by Jony Ive. This collaboration signals a significant shift in luxury automotive design, bringing a tech-centric minimalist aesthetic to the iconic Italian brand.
China's Mandate on Car Door Handles: A Global Blueprint for Automotive Safety?
China's recent safety mandate requiring mechanical releases on car door handles marks a significant shift in automotive design philosophy. This move challenges the industry's trend towards sleek, hidden handles, prioritizing occupant safety and emergency egress.
Proton's RM8 Billion Bet: Driving Localization and Tech Transfer in Malaysia's Auto Sector
Proton plans to aggressively increase its local parts procurement to RM8 billion by 2030, a move poised to significantly impact Malaysia's industrial landscape. This strategy includes substantial technology transfer to local vendors and the creation of new skilled job opportunities.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class with EQ Technology Emerges: A Redesigned Electric Future for a Classic Marque
Mercedes-Benz is embarking on a pivotal strategy shift, replacing its dedicated EQE Sedan with an electric iteration of the venerable E-Class. This move signals a commitment to integrating zero-emission powertrains directly into its most iconic model lines.
