Mazda Motor Corporation has developed a world-first catalyst for cars that use single-nanotechnology to create a catalyst material structure which substantially reduces the amount of precious metals that are used, such as platinum and palladium.

Ford engineers have made a major breakthrough with the launch of an active suspension system on the new Ford Mondeo that not only provides a comfortable ride but combines this with sportiness and safety.

At K 2007, DSM Engineering Plastics will demonstrate how Stanyl PA46 is the material of choice for the production of a wide range of gears: interior gears, motor management gears, steel replacement gears, electric power steering gears, etc.
Key benefits include greater design freedom, as a result of the material’s 150% higher stiffness, strength and creep resistance at temperatures of 150-220°C when compared to other PAs and PPAs. In addition, Stanyl is able to deliver greater durability: extreme wear and abrasion resistance, as a result of its unmatched high fatigue, ductility and creep resistance thanks to its 70-80% crystallinity levels. Furthermore, when annealed, the parts display less dimensional change due to lower moisture uptake compared to PA66. Other benefits include lower system costs, lower weight and less noise compared to metals.

ZF has designed a new automatic transmission generation for passenger cars which allows for higher output transfers and improved fuel savings, still with the same installation space and with no needs for additional components.

After having introduced the issue of adherence circle we can now understand what are the consequential advantages from the use of the four wheel drive. With the help of some sketches we show you because the 4×4 can introduce, a lot of times, a safer behavior.

Born during the war times to assure the mobility on off-road trails, the four wheel drive system has conquered more and more people lover of the off-road.
Today off-road vehicles are not more only fashion. Their technology, developed during the years, through exasperated applications in competitions as well, it has invaded the world of the automobile and it is now applied to luxury and GT cars.