Cobus F. Potgieter
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Volkswagen Brews New Foam Composites Using Coffee Grounds
By using biogenic raw materials such as ground-coffee waste, VW wants to create sustainable foamable composites without using fossil fuels.
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Audi Wants To Turn Your Car Window into a High-Tech Speaker
Talk to people outside your car without rolling down the glass.
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How Volvo Plans to Use Your Heater to Cut Aerodynamic Drag
Volvo proposes using a car’s existing window-heating system to lower air resistance and increase performance.
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GM Enhances Vehicle Security with Proactive Video Recording
GM’s advanced system can employ additional sensors to trigger automatic video recording when people are detected near a vehicle.
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Stellantis Prepares Autonomous Cars for Extraordinary Emergencies
New patent outlines AI training to adapt to war, disasters, and extreme conditions.
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Volvo Reinvents Turn Signals That Adjust to Speed, Angle, and Driver Intent
Volvo’s intelligent indicators can think ahead, adjust to conditions, and even monitor other drivers for better coordination.
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BMW’s Revolutionary New Seats Integrate Electro and Magnetic Stimulation
BMW combines cutting-edge technologies to redefine how car seats support occupant wellness.
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Mercedes-Benz Solves the Ugly Sensor Problem
Mercedes is discreetly integrating advanced vehicle technology on vehicle exteriors to maintain its cars’ premium aesthetic.
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BMW Develops Accident-Responsive Window System
After detecting a crash, BMW’s system safely opens a window to give easier access to the vehicle for emergency responders.
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GM’s High-Crime Zone Detection Makes Engine Immobilizers Even Smarter
GM’s smart system can automatically disable your car when it detects that it’s been parked in a high-crime area.