DEKRA solutions 03/2017
New mobility – tomorrow’s traffic routes. The latest DEKRA solutions issue shows the dynamic mobility development.
About 60 years ago, the automobile stood for independence and freedom. Today, the focus lies on sustainable mobility concepts and especially on the safety in traffic. How will we move safely on our streets tomorrow? DEKRA solutions looks ahead and leads the way to Vision Zero.
DEKRA Solutions looks to Dubai
Besides the automobile, a completely different means of transport is in the starting gates: the drone. Already this year, a test operation with the aircraft will start in Dubai. Find out in issue 3 when the use of drones might become reality and how safe the transport is.
Furthermore, in the latest issue you can read about “Facts on electric mobility”. Not only the passenger cars with electric engines are presentable – also trucks and motorcycles are electrified.
Also in the new issue: The fifth generation of the mobile network standard 5G is expected to ensure rapid speed in the network as of the year 2020. In an interview with DEKRA experts, you get to know how DEKRA supports manufacturers and network operators in the introduction process and the application of 5G.
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Visual Impairment: A New Take on Navigation
What if you simply closed your eyes, blindly opened Google Maps on your smartphone, and tried to navigate from A to B? Such an attempt would surely go wrong. But for blind and visually impaired people, such limitations are part of everyday life. Can digital technologies really support users with handicaps? Can AI replace seeing-eye dogs?
On the Safe Side with Snowchains
If you drive your car exclusively on flat ground during the cold season, you can get by on winter tires. In steeper terrain, a set of snow chains must be included in your winter gear to make sure the vehicle doesn’t get stuck on the road in snow and ice. We took a closer look […]
Tire Technology: Running out of Air
The electric drive is challenging automotive certainties. Obviously, electric cars currently still run on round tires filled with air. But it’s becoming apparent that electric cars will need new footwear. And that they might even manage entirely without air. We asked DEKRA tire experts about the newest tire trends.
Tuning – What is Possible?
For many car tuners, off-the-shelf car models are just the raw material they use to execute their technological and artistic visions. To do so, the accessories market offers a cornucopia of possibilities with spoilers, chassis, rims, and steering wheels. We asked DEKRA expert Carsten Debler what tuners must consider today.
