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Automotive 2030--North America

The current rapid rate of innovation in the automotive industry is primarily fueled by the need to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions, increase use of electronics for infotainment and safety, and global development. This full-color book delves into these megatrends to arm decision-makers with information that will help them remain competitive in the North American automotive market for the next 20 years.

The first third of the book covers improvements to existing technologies—engines, transmissions, bodies and materials—for better fuel economy. The second portion of the book delves into alternate fuel sources for vehicles and associated technologies. The focus of the final third of the book is the emergence of the smart car. Readers will come away with a renewed understanding of the complicated set of trends that will affect the automotive industry for the next 20 years, and how to effectively address them.

With more than 20 years of technology development, research, and management experience, author Morey brings a unique forward-looking perspective on these critical topics. Click on the Review tab below to read reviews of this book.

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Published By: SAE International
Pages: 166
Binding: Softbound
Product Code: T-127
Product Status: Available
Bruce Morey
With over twenty years of experience in technology development, research, and management, Bruce Morey brings a unique perspective when looking at the future of automotive engineering.  His sixteen years in the defense industry exposed him to a number of forward-looking methodologies, including scenario planning and contingency planning.  His six years in automotive product development at Ford Motor Company gave him an inside look at the day-to-day challenges and pressures of delivering quality vehicles that customers want to buy, at an affordable price to both customer and company.  Since becoming a journalist, his published articles have covered everything from solar energy to lean manufacturing, as well as automotive engineering and product development.  Mr. Morey earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan.
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Automotive 2030--North America

ISBN: 978-0-7680-5727-0
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Automotive 2030--North America

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Chapters / Sections
1.
The Automotive World in North America Today
2.
Steady March of Conventional Engines
3.
Vehicle Technologies and Transmissions
4.
Vehicles on a Diet — Using Lighter, Stronger Materials
5.
Gasoline / Electric Hybrids
6.
The Electric Car
7.
Plug-ins and Range-Extended Electric Vehicles
8.
Fuel Cell Cars
9.
Safety and Context — Cars Get Smart
10.
People, Human Nature, and Choices
11.
Putting it all Together
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