Stewart Burnett, Author at Automotive World Future mobility articles, reports, and events Thu, 23 Nov 2023 09:46:28 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.2 https://media.automotiveworld.com/app/uploads/2018/10/21102153/cropped-aw-favicon-18.png Stewart Burnett, Author at Automotive World 32 32 Generative AI voice assistants require an iterative roll-out https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/generative-ai-voice-assistants-require-an-iterative-roll-out/ Thu, 23 Nov 2023 07:42:39 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=410165 A generative AI voice assistant can deliver unique personalisation and safety features, but implementation must be gradual. By Stewart Burnett

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]]> Partial consensus on global LCA standards remains feasible https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/partial-consensus-on-global-lca-standards-remains-feasible/ Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:20:54 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=410031 While fully harmonised global LCA standards may not be achievable, a partial consensus could still prove transformative. By Stewart Burnett

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]]> Stellantis at Solutrans – Pro One deployment: A new generation of FIAT E-Ducato with 420km range. After-sales solutions, circular economy, e-RETROFIT https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/stellantis-at-solutrans-pro-one-deployment-a-new-generation-of-fiat-e-ducato-with-420km-range-after-sales-solutions-circular-economy-e-retrofit/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 12:27:22 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=410865 Stellantis has detailed its plans for auto industry exhibition Solutrans, ranging from the reveal of a new vehicle model, the Fiat E-Ducato, to electric retrofitting and aftersales solutions.

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]]> CAVForth Bus Wins 1st Self-driving Industry Vehicle of the Year Award https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/cavforth-bus-wins-1st-self-driving-industry-vehicle-of-the-year-award/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:13:50 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=410850 At the first ever annual Self Driving Industry Awards, Project CAVForth (operated by Stagecoach) received the main prize for its fleet of five Level 4 autonomous self driving buses in the Edinburgh area.

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]]> Nidec Industrial Solutions’ DirectPowerPS high-speed EV Charger Has Achieved UL Certification https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/nidec-industrial-solutions-directpowerps-high-speed-ev-charger-has-achieved-ul-certification/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:04:25 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=410846 Energy solutions firm Nidec has announced that its upcoming DirectPowerPS DC modular fast charging solution has achieved UL certification, bringing it one step closer towards reaching the market.

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]]> CAKE continues Asian expansion with new site in Bangkok, Thailand https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/cake-continues-asian-expansion-with-new-site-in-bangkok-thailand/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 10:51:46 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=410838 CAKE is planning to build a new manufacturing site in Thailand, furthering the light mobility OEM's expansion into Asia.

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]]> Could taxis be the take-off point for EU hydrogen mobility? https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/could-taxis-be-the-take-off-point-for-eu-hydrogen-mobility/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 08:34:15 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=410599 Hype believes that taxi fleets could be the ideal platform for establishing hydrogen mobility hubs in key European cities. By Stewart Burnett

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]]> BMW gears up for leadership in circular batteries https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/bmw-gears-up-for-leadership-in-circular-batteries/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 08:30:19 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=409832 BMW envisions a two-pronged approach to circularity in its Gen6 batteries—and a lofty 95% recovery target. By Stewart Burnett

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]]> Are trucks in the “messy middle” of the electric transition? https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/are-trucks-in-the-messy-middle-of-the-electric-transition/ Fri, 10 Nov 2023 08:33:58 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=409281 Uncertainty lingers over how zero-emission value chains are going to work. Stewart Burnett reports back from Shell’s Ultimate Stopover event

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]]> Is the UK at a “tipping point” for electrification? https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/is-the-uk-at-a-tipping-point-for-electrification/ Thu, 09 Nov 2023 08:39:12 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=409149 Becoming an EV leader would help restore the UK’s reputation as an automaking hub, but major challenges must first be addressed. By Stewart Burnett

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]]> BMW’s Gen6 battery demands an ‘all hands on deck’ approach https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/bmws-gen6-battery-demands-an-all-hands-on-deck-approach/ Wed, 01 Nov 2023 08:43:59 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=409631 BMW is deploying an interdisciplinary approach to ensure that Neue Klasse vehicles have next-gen power under the hood. By Stewart Burnett

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]]> How can a smaller OEM wield automation to its advantage? https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/how-can-a-smaller-oem-wield-automation-to-its-advantage/ Tue, 31 Oct 2023 07:39:34 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=409565 Ree Automotive’s manufacturing facility uses automation to complement smaller production scales. Stewart Burnett reports back from a guided tour

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]]> Diversification and onshoring will solve OEM chip shortages https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/diversification-and-onshoring-will-solve-oem-chip-shortages/ Tue, 24 Oct 2023 07:44:08 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=408989 OEMs have warned that the semiconductor crisis will persist long term, but the most secure solutions are also the most intensive. By Stewart Burnett

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]]> Smart eDVIR could help protect fleets from litigation https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/smart-edvir-could-help-protect-fleets-from-litigation/ Tue, 24 Oct 2023 07:03:25 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=409055 As litigation and nuclear verdicts become increasingly common, fleet operators can use cutting-edge eDVIR to cover their backs. By Stewart Burnett

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]]> China’s heavy-duty FCEV leadership is a “long-term” play https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/chinas-heavy-duty-fcev-leadership-is-a-long-term-play/ Fri, 20 Oct 2023 07:32:08 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=408788 China may want to replicate its success with battery electric, but establishing dominance in heavy-duty FCEVs will not happen overnight. By Stewart Burnett

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]]> Could India become an electric micromobility powerhouse?  https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/could-india-become-an-electric-micromobility-powerhouse/ Tue, 17 Oct 2023 07:27:42 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=408592 India has ambitions to become a major global player in electric micromobility, but domestic challenges need to be addressed first. By Stewart Burnett 

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]]> Steer-by-wire must target the driving experience before ADAS  https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/steer-by-wire-must-target-the-driving-experience-before-adas/ Wed, 11 Oct 2023 07:06:56 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=408423 While steer-by-wire could pave the way for better ADAS, its adoption hinges on replicating a natural steering feel for drivers. By Stewart Burnett 

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]]> Could biographite trigger new supply chains in EU and US? https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/could-biographite-trigger-new-supply-chains-in-eu-and-us/ Tue, 10 Oct 2023 07:33:24 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=408076 Carbon-negative biographite could provide a low-cost, carbon-negative domestic alternative to traditional synthetic graphite from China. By Stewart Burnett

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]]> LCA standards must deliver greater supply chain transparency  https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/electric-mobility-articles/lca-standards-must-deliver-greater-supply-chain-transparency/ Fri, 06 Oct 2023 06:27:24 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=407855 Achieving harmonised LCA standards for Europe is a complex and challenging task, but success could have a far-reaching impact. By Stewart Burnett 

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]]> A fully sustainable tyre industry requires innovation  https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/a-fully-sustainable-tyre-industry-requires-innovation/ Thu, 05 Oct 2023 06:30:14 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=407562 Bridgestone is working to achieve 100% sustainable tyre production by 2050 through investments in circularity and natural rubber. By Stewart Burnett 

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