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This issue profiles engine cylinder deactivation technology trends, an ultra-efficient opposed piston engine, and composite brakes that can reduce the weight of automobiles.

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This study identifies the key trends and developments in the automotive lubricant additives market in Europe. Following these, the demand growth rate for the overall market is forecasted. In addition, an in-depth analysis of supply chain structure, market share, competitive structure and additive families is given. The study is segmented into PCMO (Passenger Car Motor Oil) and HDDO (Heavy Duty Diesel Oil) Additives. Following this, the base oils trends, drivers and individual additive family demand has been forecasted for each segment. The additives covered are: Detergents, Dispersants, ZDDPs, Viscosity Index Improvers and other additives. The base year for this study is 2010, and forecasts are given until 2017.

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This research service provides a strategic analysis of the medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicle telematics market in Europe. It discusses current and future telematics penetration in European countries and graphs the addressable market in 2017. It provides valuable insights, which include market dynamics, trends, challenges, and outlook, while compiling a comprehensive profile of major telematics vendors. It also identifies the benefits and challenges that telematics vendors face, showcasing the steps required to gain market presence in the coming years. The research service also highlights the upcoming changes in the tachograph legislations and the benefits that it offers to the fleet owners.

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This research study focuses on the impact of connectivity and cloud-based infotainment models being developed by vehicle manufacturers, such as Toyota and Ford, in European and U.S. markets. The study also looks at the evolution of IT mobility platforms being developed by companies such as IBM, Bosch, and Siemens and provides information on current and future infotainment and telematics market approaches by vehicle manufacturers in Europe and North America. This research service also discusses consumer requirements and willingness to pay for connected infotainment systems and human machine interfaces. Finally, the study provides conclusions and strategic recommendations for future growth

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This study presents the analysis of vehicle platform strategies of key global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the light vehicle category. It introduces definitions of a vehicle platform and architecture. It presents an overview of existing and proposed vehicle platform introductions by key 12 OEM groups. The study also discusses market forces and its influence on platform strategy for these key OEM groups. A comparative analysis is drawn. A correlation with compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is also established. Current and future dynamics of key global OEMs is discussed in detail along with clear illustration of activities undertaken by various OEMs globally. The study also discusses benefits of adoption of platform strategy.

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Innovating to Zero is a mega vision; more a concept than a real happening. It implies the desire for perfection in our society: A zero-concept world with a vision of zero carbon emissions, zero crime rates, zero accidents, and carbon-neutral cities. Although this seemingly perfect world sounds almost impossible, governments and companies today are moving toward this picture-perfect vision of eliminating errors, defects, and other negative externalities by creating for themselves a huge challenge and opportunity.

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This service analyzes fuel pumps, water pumps and power steering pumps in the aftermarket in the United States and Canada. It includes unit shipment and revenue forecasts, pricing analyses, distribution channel analyses, market share analyses, market drivers and restraints, and key conclusions and findings. The product scope includes fuel pumps, water pumps and power steering pumps for passenger cars and light trucks. All units, prices and revenues are presented at the manufacturer level and expressed in U.S. dollars. The base year is 2010. Forecasts are provided from 2011 to 2017, and historical data is provided for 2007 to 2009.

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This research service provides a strategic analysis of the passenger vehicles market in India. It analyzes the GDP growth and composition trend, opportunities and challanges, market drivers and restrains, technology trends, future outllook, upcoming and new launches, market segmentation, market participants, emission norms and regulations in India, national automotive policy and aspiration, price positioning analysis of passenger vehicles, competitive analysis of passeneger vehicles market and profiles of major OEMs in India. The study also provides an insight into the market dynamics such as production trends, domestic sales trends, export trends,market share and forecasts for all market segments.

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This study identifies the various personal mobility preferences and most preferred vehicles by U.S. Generation Y Consumers. The objective of this study is to develop a vehicle model incorporating the features most desired by these consumers, based on income, gender, education, etc. Gen Y drivers consider comfort, status, and money to be important elements, closely followed by the environment and public transportation. Electric vehicles register with specialty and luxury, male, Gen Y SUV/CUV drivers, but are a lower priority than other items. Ultimately, this study finds that U.S. Generation Y Consumers prefer gasoline powered 4 wheel drive and their purchasing power is highly influenced by the cost of the vehicle.

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Key trends namely urbanization, volatile fuel prices, regulatory and legislative benifits for adopting green technologies, reduction in pay back period , growing consumer awareness towards benefits of hybrid and electric commercial vehicles are expected to drive market growth. Motor/generators offers the most attractive revenue opportunities for participants in the non-energy storage hybrid/electric components market. In the long term as production volume increases, OEMs are expected to source components directly rather than integrated modules. Increased vertical integration activities expected from truck OEMs in the area of power and control electronics in the mid-long term.

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This study provides an overview of the different IT mobility platforms being developed by automotive and non-automotive suppliers by providing connected vehicle services to the consumer as well as the entire electric vehicles ecosystem. This research service also gives a competitive overview of different platforms being developed by companies such as IBM, Bosch, Siemens and others. Detailed analyses of different IT mobility platform applications such as smart charging, vehicle to grid communications, and payment and billing solutions are also provided. Finally conclusions and strategic recommendations are also provided for key market participants ranging from vehicle manufacturers to core automotive suppliers to IT companies.

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This study revolves around Generation Y in Europe (with a population of about 100 million) and their beliefs, attitude towards environment, personal mobility needs and vehicle preferences. Global events such as terrorism, economic recession, and climate change have shaped their beliefs, attitudes, and behaviour. Based on age, gender, education level, etc., this study finds that Gen Y prefers trendy cars, wants to flaunt their social position, and are critical of internet and social networking. Small cars are not perceived by Gen Y as exciting and attractive while safety concern deters them from installing internet access in vehicles.

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This research service provides an overview of the commercial vehicle telematics market benefits to fleet operators in Europe. The research also analyzes market dynamics and educates the commercial vehicle fleet operator about the changing value proposition of fleet management systems in Europe. The research provides valuable insights about the market's dynamics, methods to enjoy a quick return on investment, steps to choose the best solution, and effective processes to implement the solution.

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This study presents a strategic analysis of the European and North American, LPG and CNG passenger cars market. In addition to an overview of the LPG and CNG OEM market size and vital model line-ups, this study also presents the global market drivers, restraints and industry challenges. Furthermore, it draws a top level comparison of alternate fuel technology with other competing powertrains. It presents an alternate fuel vehicle demand analysis in Europe and North America along with the impact of the changing trends of legislation, powertrain technology and infrastructure on the alternate fuel segment. It concludes with OEM and supplier market opportunities, recommendations and strategies for this segment.

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This database aims to covers the influx of telematics in the commercial vehicle (MCV,HCV and Trailers) industry in North America and Europe. The penetration of telematics in the MCV and HCV segment are provided as an FMS (fleet management system) bundle and also by individual services such navigation, EOBR, diagnostics and prognostics. In addition to this there is also countrywise information on the similar systems for the European region. The penetration of telematics in the trailer market is segmented into two, asset tracking bundle and the other being the penetration of telematics in different types of trailers such as dry box, flat bed, reefer, tanker on the total trailer telematics units available.

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This research service covers the South Korean CV telematics market and includes research methodology, key trends in the CV telematics industry in South Korea, market measurements for systems. It covers total commercial vehicle telematics market, key trends in the market, market measurements for systems and services, market shares of different industry participants, strategic conclusions and recommendations for industry participants, company profiles such as KT Logis, DSIC, SK Netruck, Hyundai Motor Company, and Samsung Electronics.

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This research services provides insights into wireless charging charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in passenger cars, and public transportation systems. Wireless charging is expected to augment plug-in wireless charging and help accelerate the establishment of charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. It is likely to emerge as a key enabler for the success of electric vehicle technology. This reports provides profiles of technologies and products developed by key participants. It identifies the key drivers and challenges and trends pertaining to progress of wireless charging commercialization. The research service also identifies the probability of success of the technology in each application in the transportation sector.

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Sweden is in the midst of completely modernising philosophies in passenger and freight rail operation. Several hundreds of kilometres of rail track are ready for a 250 km/h operation (with the exception of signalling systems). High speed rail is the most efficient and environmentally friendly mode of travel for up to 600km or 4-5 hours journey time (with a sweet spot around 200-400kms) - ideal for cities in the Scandinavian region.

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China has been the fastest-growing economy, expanding at 10.0 percent annually, driven by exports and investment. High priority is given to transform the economic structure from export driven to consumption driven during the 12th Five-Year Plan period. The Chinese automotive industry has emerged as driver of economic growth, supported by government initiatives and increased investment. The recent development plans of the government aim at developing energy-saving and electric vehicles. Opportunities exist in power battery technology, infrastructure development, emission reduction and system integration technology, and so on.

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TML Distribution Company Limited (TMLD) is a 100 percent subsidiary of Tata Motors Ltd. and was established in 2008. It started its activities with the passenger car business from Pune in August 2008

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This issue profiles a new LED-based lighting solution for vehicle interiors, a breakthrough capacitor-based regenerative braking system, and a new catalyst technology for significant fuel savings.

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A car driver is increasingly becoming a user: he/she less drives the car and more watches screens and uses buttons to gain information or entertainment. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) provide adequate information to the car driver. In some cases the driver only needs to have this information, while in others he must react. Most assistance systems can be followed by the driver by watching a screen on the right side of the steering wheel.

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This research service provides an overview of Logistics Scenario, Practices, End-user Needs and Opportunities for Service Providers in Indian Automobil Industry. The current market revenues and forecasts for logistics market along with market drivers and restraints have been provided in the study. Further a brief competitive analysis and an overview of end-users requirements related to logistics infrastructure has been provided. A few key trends and details about technology usage wherever available have been provided.

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This research service provides an overview of the logistics scenario, and discusses the market practices, end-user needs, and opportunities for service providers in the Indian auto components industry. The current market revenue and forecast for logistics market along with market drivers and restraints have been provided in the study. Further, a brief competitive analysis and an overview of end users requirements related to logistics infrastructure have been provided. A few key trends and details about technology usage, wherever available, have also been provided.

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The primary objective of the study is to derive the market of electric traction motors for North America with the scope limited to electric and hybrid vehicles along with growth projections. Different types of motors preferred by vehcile manufactures in their vehicle line-up has been thoroughly discussed drawing a roadmap for electric traction motor technologies. The study also analyzes OEMs internal make vs buy strategy, current strategy adopted by key OEM's for manufacturing/sourcing motors. Motor product Portfolio analysis, market positioning analysis, technical competence within each application area are some of the USPs of the study including detailed profiles of key vehicle manufacturers and suppliers

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The research service provides detailed insights into the logistics spend, its breakup by category, logistics outsourcing practices, criteria for service provider selection, satisfaction with performance of current service provider and major challenges in logistics, in each of the eight key industry sectors in India. It helps in understanding the challenges in logistics faced by logistics end-users, their expectations from logistics service providers, and satisfaction with performance of current service providers.

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The research service provides detailed insights into the logistics technologies considered important by leading end-user industries, current usage trends of each of these technologies, criteria for selection of a technology solution, satisfaction with performance of current solution provider, and plans of future adoption, in each of the 8 key industry sectors in India. It helps in understanding the importance of logistics technologies for logistics end-users, their expectations from logistics solution providers and satisfaction with performance of current solution providers

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The study provides benchmarking of Indian logistics service providers (LSP) across 8 key industry sectors on key performance criteria. It also provides a comprehensive analysis of the logistics outsourcing trends; logistics efficiency after using 3PL; and also the comparison of LSP performance as against the importance for end-users on selection criteria. Further, the study provides enduser preferences for multiple LSPs, reasons for outsourcing logistics, typical contract duration with LSPs. In addition, the study also provides the names of top 3 LSPs for each industry for Domestic Logistics and International Logistics respectively including the Best LSP in each segment for each industry for the year 2011.

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This research services covers key technology trends in the MEMS motion sensors domain. It analyzes the key growth trends paving the path for emerging MEMS-based pressure sensors, accelerometers and gyroscopes, and assesses their future potential in automotive, consumer electronics, medical and industrial sectors. The research service assesses the requirements from such sensors based on OEM surveys and charts out a roadmap for future innovations in the application segments discussed.

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This Database provides statistics that primarily comprises Production and Sales Data of New Automobiles in the Emerging countries across regions. In this DSD, Automobiles' have been categorized as Passenger Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV) and Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles (M & HCV) for an easy comprehension.

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This research service provides a comprehensive overview of the technological advancements in the Stimuli Responsive Polymers. It covers technology capability, technology trends, value-chain analysis, technology adoption cycle, and demand side analysis of the technologies based on Stimuli Responsive Polymers . Further, it focuses on life-cycle analysis, growth opportunity assessment of various technologies in this domain. The study captures industrial and academic innovations of various technologies and products based on Stimuli Responsive Polymers, key drivers and restrains and their impact on different industry verticals. It also provides a list of key patents, key contacts and decision support database tables.

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This study strategically analyzes the European and North American market for Automotive Human Machine Interface. Key market drivers, restraints, market trends and technology trends are discussed. The study discusses market revenue and unit forecasts with pricing analysis of the HMI Interfaces including Voice Control Interface and Multifunctional Knobs. Also comparative analysis of availability of different HMI options is provided. Further, the study focuses on customer preferences, various OEM offerings and supplier profiles as well as value chain analysis and strategies for reducing distraction and ensuring a safe driving environment. This study also provides strategic recommendations to OEMs, Tier 1 and Tier2 suppliers.

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Providing sophisticated Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) like driver monitoring system, lane departure warning, intelligent headlamp control and traffic sign recognition to compact cars like Ford Focus

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The dawn of health enabled vehicles is giving new meaning to the term 'mobile aid devices'. Ford Motor Company recently created some buzz with its announcement of a prototype for health enabled capabilities integrated with its Synch telematics platform. The profiled prototype requires integrated expertise from the automotive, medical device, and telehealth fields. While a ground breaking achievement on its own, the promising future developments this platform could lead to has many in the industry intrigued.

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CSA 2010 compliance, demand for integrated safety systems that offer better ROI, growing consumer awareness of the benefits of safety technologies, and the development of telematics-based safety applications are expected to drive market growth for all safety systems. Consumer research indicates growing popularity of advanced safety technologies within the fleet operator community and their willingness to adopt the same. Integrated safety systems aimed at collision-mitigation and telematics-based safety applications emerge as key growth opportunities within this market. Increased synergy between truck OEMs, safety system manufacturers, and telematics service providers is expected in the future.

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