23/04/2018

Autonomous Cars, new liability rules in the event of accidents

Dino Collazzo

Passenger, manufacturer or software designer: who is to blame in the event of a claim when a “self-driving” vehicle is involved? We spoke about it with Laura Lecchi, lawyer and author on the subject of IT Law at the School of Engineering of the University of Bologna

23/04/2018

Protectionism not a solution

Mauro Severi - President AICA

From Trump’s “America First” to the “Made in China 2025” plan, statements towards a closed world market are being multiplied. In this scenario Europe risks being the weaker subject. We need economic interventions and a common strategy to react to aggressive industrial policies

28/03/2018

Diesel engines to decline? Incentives and super-filters to facilitate the transition

Dino Collazzo

In the wake of the decision by several large cities to ban diesel-fuelled vehicles, announcements by manufacturers determined to stop producing diesel engines are multiplying. In Europe, though, according to Acea data, out of 252 million cars 41.2% are diesel. Bans alone are no longer sufficient.

28/03/2018

Corporate Fleets and maintenance: is it worthwhile for mechatronic technicians?

Stefano Belfiore - Inforicambi journalist

Considering the virtuous and sustainable scenario in which mobility is trying to move, corporate fleets could provide interesting opportunities for top aftermarket (mechatronics) players. But is it really such a great opportunity?

28/03/2018

Electric cars, 164 million expected to circulate in China, Europe and the US by 2030

Editorial Staff

According to an analysis made by the Autopromotec Observatory, based on a study carried out by the international consulting firm PwC, in 12 years, volumes will go up by as much as over 65 times the 2.5 million vehicles recorded in 2017.

26/02/2018

Iot, hacking attacks and possible scenarios. Here’s how to protect yourself

By Laurence Pitt - Tech Economy journalist – 04/05/2017

Laurence Pitt, journalist, addressed the issue in an article published on Tech Economy indicating the risks and countermeasures to be taken by companies to defend themselves. The editors of Autopromotec Blog decided to post it for the benefit of its readers

26/01/2018

“OFFICINA 4.0: Digitalization and new mobility trends, the future of car repair”

Editorial Staff

Autopromotec Conference makes a comeback in June: a two day forum with leading representatives of the automotive industry to review the rapid changes affecting the whole sector and the trends that will soon impact the aftermarket

26/01/2018

Vehicle approval, the EU’s efforts in ensuring free accessibility to OBD data

Editorial Staff

Egea, the European Garage Equipment Association, welcomed the interim agreement between the European Council and the Parliament on vehicle type-approval reforms and market monitoring. However, some issues still remain unsolved

26/01/2018

Automotive components; open innovation and research the keys for competitiveness

Dino Collazzo

As the automotive supply chain keeps churning out great numbers, megatrends such as autonomous driving, digitization, electric and hybrid technologies will usher in a great renovation in the sector. Here is how to move in the current scenario and gain new market shares

06/12/2017

Putting man in the picture

Renzo Servadei, Managing Director Autopromotec

A blog such as Autopromotec, should focus essentially on technology, on innovation and the future. Of course, much will be said about these issues. Our aim is to deal with the most advanced technology currently offered by the automotive aftermarket, waiting for a firsthand experience at Autopromotec 2019. But never neglecting to put man right in the picture.

06/12/2017

Alternative fuel vehicles; hybrid cars soaring in Europe

Dino Collazzo

Positive numbers for alternative fuel engines. The first half of 2017 closed with 123,276 cars more than in the same period of 2016. Such positive figures show how the car industry is investing in developing engines that make the most of both gas and electricity.

21/06/2017

Data freedom

Simonluca Pini

Autopromotec recently became the stage for lively debates on telematics, vehicle control and data flow during the conference: "Vehicle information: access denied ?!". Industry associations focused on the importance of ensuring direct access to vehicle diagnostic data and the risks facing the entire industry.

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