Ramakrishna Kamath Vijayakumar is the Product Owner - Steering at General Motors. In this exclusive interview, he shares his views on:

• The requirements for steering systems (both current and future)
• The real value of steer-by-wire
• Steer-by-wire vs mechanical steering systems
• The design developments in steering systems

What is the braking industry doing to meet the requirements of Euro 7?

In this report, we will explore the strategies being put in place to reduce brake particle emissions, as well as the innovative solutions making the industry more sustainable.

• What does Euro 7 mean for the braking industry?
• Sustainable strategies top of the agenda for manufacturers
• Reducing emissions through regenerative braking
• What other solutions are reducing brake emissions?
  

Automotive IQ interviewed industry professionals from leading OEMs and Tier-1s including Bosch and Zoox to discuss the ongoing topics and areas of focus in the braking space, such as brake-by-wire and braking technology for autonomous vehicles.

Exclusive interviews inside: 

• A Deep Dive into Brake-By-Wire Systems - Interview with: Toni Frenzel, Project Director New Braking Systems at Bosch
• Integrated Vehicle Dynamics Control - Bringing Steering, Braking and Suspension into Vehicle Dynamics Performance: Interview with Richard Nesbitt Vice President, Product Management at Robert Bosch LLC
• Braking System Architecture for Autonomous Vehicles: Automotive IQ Article Ft. James Fash at Zoox
  

Automotive IQ interviewed industry professionals from leading OEMs and Tier-1s including Hendrickson, Tenneco and Volkswagen Do Brasil to discuss the ongoing topics and areas of focus in the suspension space, such as lightweighting solutions and semi-active suspension systems.

Exclusive interviews inside: 

• Semi-Active Suspension Systems - Interview with: Hans Gijrath, Global Product Management Lead at Tenneco
• Redefining Suspension Systems for Carbon Neutrality - Interview with: Dr. Thomas Kersten, Executive Manager Chassis & Powertrain at Volkswagen Do Brasil
• Lightweighting Solutions to Make Suspension Systems More Compact Materials Focused - Interview with: Friedhelm Nattland, Director Of Engineering at Hendrickson
  

Out-of-distribution detection for an AEB Use-case by Murat Erdogan - Senior Manager Confirmation Measures at Magna. 

• How can we increase safety for all road users?
• Trends driving the evolution of mobility
• The challenges 
• Hypothesis for OoD-Detection
• AEB Use-Case
• Development Lifecycle
• Holistic System Abstraction Levels
  

In this exclusive interview with Automotive IQ, Peter Olejnik, the Head of Innovation at Safety & Motion NA, sheds light on the latest innovations and challenges in electromechanical brake (EMB) technology, offering valuable insights from a supplier’s perspective. From the need for precise control to the evolving safety standards and the roadmap for EMB adoption, this conversation provides a comprehensive overview of the future of braking systems in the automotive industry.

Learn from two leading Teir-1s

Automotive IQ interviewed two steering experts from major tier-1s, Nikhil Bapat, Director, Global Product Line Software - Steering at Knorr-Bremse, and Praful Bari, Head of Application Engineering - Steering at ZF Group. The conversation highlights their distinct perspectives on the roadmap to steer-by-wire (SbW) technologies for commercial vehicles.

Nikhil and Praful bring their expertise to the table, offering valuable insights into the anticipated timelines for SbW implementation, the challenges hindering its market entry, and the tailored approaches their companies are taking to meet the unique demands of the commercial vehicle segment.

From discussions on safety considerations and the integration with braking systems to the impact on vehicle performance and the necessary steps for commercialization, this interview provides a glimpse into the future of SbW in the commercial vehicle industry.

In an exclusive conversation with Automotive IQ, Philip (Phil) Lundberg - Senior Product Manager – Suspension & Active Aerodynamics at General Motors - provided valuable insights into the benefits and challenges of using high voltage for suspension control in vehicles, shedding light on the complexities and considerations involved in this technology. From discussing the advantages of 48V systems to the impact of high voltage on electric vehicles and the future of vehicle electrification, Phil shared GM's perspective on optimizing vehicle performance and efficiency through innovative suspension solutions.