New frontiers for Detroit's big three

Article Abstract:

Electronic innovations in 1989 cars from GM, Ford and Chrysler are designed to please both drivers and technicians. Among new features is a 'head-up display' from GM that projects information onto the windshield of some Oldsmobile Cutlass and Pontiac Turbo Grand Prix models. A fully adaptive, electronically controlled, four-speed automatic transaxle combining transmission and differential gearing is available from Chrysler. Buick has an improved Visual Information Center. Some 1989 Cadillacs have a fast-acting heated windshield system. The Cadillac Allante, Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar have new variable-assist steering systems. Chrysler is working with IBM to develop a mechanics' Service Bay System, a series of logic trees that work in conjunction with on-board diagnostics.

Motor vehicle parts and accessories, Product development, General Motors Corp., GM, Ford Motor Co., Automation, F, Product introduction, C, Optics, Control systems, New Technique, Displays, Diagnostics, Chrysler Motors Corp.

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Top 10 techno-cool cars: Spectrum picks the 10 most technically sophisticated cars for 2003

Article Abstract:

The 10 most technically sophisticated automobiles for the year 2003 are identified and described. Selections include the following: the Volvo Safety Concept Car; the Saab 9-3; Honda's Civic GX; Honda's FCX; Cadillac's XLR; the Audi A8; the Mercedes-Benz SL500; Fiat's Stilo; the Chevrolet Trailblazer; and Toyota's Prius.

General services, Facilities & equipment, Automobiles, Automobile Manufacturing, Purchasing, Equipment and supplies, Automotive parts, Cover Story, Design and construction, Buyers Guide, Hardware buyers' guide, 2003 AD

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Ian Wright: in the fast lane

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A brief profile of Wrightspeed Inc. engineer Ian Wright, who designs high performance electric sports cars, is presented.

Executive changes & profiles, United States, Officials and employees, Brief biography, Wrigh, Ian, Wrightspeed Inc.

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