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Remembering 156 Years of Valvoline Motor Oil

Aug 05, 2020

Valvoline motor oil appeared in 1866. The lubrication technology, and it's familiar packaging, has evolved over the years.

Thermoset Compounds Critical Contributors in Electric Powertrain Systems

Jul 29, 2020

Sumitomo Bakelite aims to promote further application of thermoset compounds in powertrain systems, which are the central components to electric vehicles.

Porsche Puts 3D Printed Pistons to the Test

Jul 22, 2020

The new technology boosts Porsche's 911 GT2 RS by another 30 horsepower.

LG Is GM’s Innovator of the Year

Jul 20, 2020

The depth of color, inky blacks and sheer size of the 38-inch diagonal display breaks new ground for automotive infotainment and instrument panels.

Garrett E-Turbo Jumps from F1 to Mercedes-AMG Production

Jun 25, 2020

Mercedes is the first to announce this electric turbocharger for a production model.

Ferrari SF90 Stradale Accelerates Through the Gears with Magna's 8-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission

May 20, 2020

The new Magna 8DCL900 dual-clutch gearbox is lighter and smaller than the old 7-speed in the Ferrari 488 Pista.

Tech Tidbit: What is a Dual-Clutch Transmission?

May 20, 2020

No, a dual-clutch transmission doesn't require two clutch pedals. But how does it work?

Breakthrough Automotive Imaging Radar Chip Tracks Hundreds of Objects

May 19, 2020

Arbe's automotive radar chip's resolution is two orders of magnitude better than today's standard.

BorgWarner 4x4 Parts Plant Reopens After Tornado Damage

May 08, 2020

Amidst ongoing repairs of tornado damage, BorgWarner workers get the transfer case production line moving again.

Lightweight Aluminum Brakes for EVs are Continental’s Aim

Apr 30, 2020

Lightweight aluminum might seem like an obvious choice for EV brakes, but it brings numerous challenges.

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