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The global semiconductor shortage could give rise to a surge in supply and resourcing disputes, but these can be avoided. By Michael Stocks and Matthew PadianThe road to recovery was always going to be bumpy. Whilst there are clear signs of…

Autonomous driving raises difficult questions around who is at fault in the event of a crash: the human driver, or a computer. With various levels of automation in development and on the road, it is a challenging time for the automotive…

Ed Martin offers a deep dive into the Innovation Portal, a design tech template collaboration between Unity and VolvoVolvo Cars and Unity have developed a true-to-life, adjustable virtual ‘Auto Showroom’ template. This is essentially a…

Safety is a top priority, but Level 2 autonomous systems can also create a more enjoyable driving experience. By Jack HunsleyWhile the automotive industry waits for high-level autonomy to mature, technologies further down the SAE’s scale…

Dave Hendry explores how the automotive sales processes is being elevated by clever online functionsIt started in the UK with BMW back in 2015 and has accelerated through the pandemic; major automakers are increasingly selling cars direct…

The light-duty truck sector is going electric, and compared with many heavy-duty applications, the transition looks decidedly painless: lower daily mileage, regular routes and convenient charging opportunities make for an ideal combination.…

Light-duty trucks and commercial vans are prime targets for electrification. With lower gross vehicle weights (GVW) than in the medium-and heavy-duty sector, battery packs can be much smaller and lighter. And while a long, flat chassis…

Interest in sensor cleaning continues to grow as autonomous driving heats up, writes Freddie HolmesLike any other car on the road, an autonomous vehicle (AV) should be kept clean. The issue relates less to aesthetics, and more to safety:…

Weight limits govern how much cargo a commercial vehicle (CV) can carry, but the size and shape of its payload can also bring limitations. The hope is that battery electric powertrains could create more space for packages to be stowed,…

Cambridge Mobile Telematics says a focus on the connected driver can quickly open up new opportunities for automakers. By Xavier BoucheratIt is an oft-debated analogy, but if data is in fact the new oil, the telematics industry is manning…