Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Tester Imposes Stricter Regulations
Recent high-profile battery failures have been highly publicized, regardless of whether or not they’re car-related. Underwriters Laboratories, a US based company specializing in product safety, is improving its lithium-ion battery standards to minimize the chemistry’s inherent vulnerabilities. This action could help prevent overheating and other issues encountered when using the batteries.
Ford Gears for Robot Test Drivers
Ford has put robots to work at its large test track in the suburbs of Northern Detroit, using the technology for tedious tasks such as test driving vehicles like its new transit van. According to Ford, the robotic system is now used for more than 70% of the durability testing done at the company’s Michigan […]
Official Unveiling of “E-Inspection” Technology
A long anticipated demonstration of what’s being called “e-inspection” technology took place at the West Friendship Weigh Station and Inspection Site outside Baltimore, MD – technology that will allow trucks to transmit driver information, electronic logbook data vehicle weight, and other details electronically in real-time while the vehicle remains in motion.
NHSTA Says No Deadline to Finalize Car Back-up Cameras
NHTSA’s David Strickland says he has no time to write legislation finalizing delayed rear-visibility rules which would require automakers to install back-up cameras in all new vehicles. Congress approved legislation in 2007 requiring the government to set rear-visibility rules by early 2011, but former DOT Secretary Ray LaHood repeatedly exercised his power to delay the […]
6 Ways to Get the Best Deal on a Lease
Securing a good deal on auto insurance is difficult, especially since leasing is gaining popularity. There are actions fleet managers can take to guarantee themselves a cheaper lease. Keys to bargaining for a better lease are understanding the difference between leasing and buying, haggling, shorter leases, and more.
