19/09/2018

Automotive diagnostic technology, a 52.7 billion dollars industry by 2025

Editorial Staff

According to a forecast by Autopromotec’s Observatory, based on a Markets and Markets research, the industry can expect a record breaking 41% rise compared to the 37.4 billion dollars recorded in 2018

19/09/2018

Aftermarket, this is how new technologies will transform car repair services

Stefano Belfiore

To retain competitiveness in the business new 4.0 mechanics must acquire new skills, managerial talent and cutting-edge equipment to attract clients and deal with “smart vehicles”.

19/09/2018

Workshop 4.0; “connected” equipment to gather and process modern vehicle data

Massimo Brunamonti

Smart vehicles need smart garages. Investing in the internet of things will guarantee greater productivity, speed and safety. Modern auto-repairers must make the most of their own IT system optimizing cloud access.

30/07/2018

The European Commission reviews the Machinery Directive

Massimo Brunamonti

About ten years after issuing the Directive, the technical staff of the European Commission considered it appropriate to proceed with an evaluation of the suitability of the same to new products and new technologies currently available or in the pipeline.

04/07/2018

Road accidents, Europe still grappling with the issue

Editorial Staff

Every week 500 people die on the streets of the old continent. These are the data contained in the last ETSC report released in our country.

22/05/2018

Vehicle type approvals, new European regulations in force from 2020

Editorial Staff

Europe’s emission control system is about to undergo extensive reforms following Brussels decision to approved past proposals in this regard, including stricter controls throughout the whole continental market. Waiting for the green light by the European Council, EGEA analyzes the changes.

23/04/2018

OBD access electronic certification. How to guarantee safety and free and fair competition in the repair business

Massimo Brunamonti

EGEA and AFCAR point out the need for an electronic certificate that regulates access and guarantees privacy, security and puts an end to tampering practices. The European Parliament, meanwhile, established that the Commission must develop within the year an adequate legislative framework

23/04/2018

Mandatory eCall device. What is it and how does it work

Dino Collazzo

New vehicles registered after March 31 will have to be equipped with a standard satellite tracking device capable of sending an emergency call alerting the closest rescue team in the event of an accident. Older models could adopt a universal eCall kit

28/03/2018

Battery Packs, experience and know-how vital in case of fire

Dino Collazzo

"Thermal runaway" is the main issue with electric cars. According to the US Federal Agency NHTSA, batteries can ignite as a result of mechanical shocks, electrical or thermal problems. Recent cases show that the likelihood of this happening is very low and can be traced back to accidents. Here's how to prevent and manage them

28/03/2018

Standard or retrofit ADAS systems, the aftermarket grappling with sensor and camera calibrations

Dino Collazzo

The multiplication of safety systems such as cruise control, forward collision warning and traffic sign recognition will inevitably lead to more maintenance work. But servicing a "smart" vehicle is anything but simple, it requires specific skills and equipment.

26/02/2018

“Smart” cars; privacy protection means big business for the automotive industry

Dino Collazzo

Limits to data collection, precise objectives and anonymity; these, according to Claudia Cevenini and Laura Lecchi, professors of IT Law and Informatics at the University of Bologna, are the basic guidelines for combining protection and technological development. Result: a competitive advantage for companies

26/02/2018

Vehicle type-approval, direct EU supervision on emission controls

Massimo Brunamonti

The European Union has plans for stricter type-approval measures. The goal is to curb the level of harmful emissions in motor vehicles. One of the latest news relates to the possibility of sanctioning non-complying manufacturers

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