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SafetyCompanion 2021 - More Interactive than ever

The SafetyCompanion 2021 was published in December. It once again provides an up-to-date and comprehensive overview of the global requirements in vehicle safety. New this year is the extended interactivity.

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Risks to Emergency Responders from High-voltage, Lithium-ion Battery Fires addressed in Safety Report

article imageThe National Transportation Safety Board issued four safety recommendations based on findings contained Safety Report 20/01 which documents the agency's investigation of four electric vehicle fires involving high-voltage, lithium-ion battery fires.

Image: Christy Spangler, NTSB

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New Column: Quo vadis Automated Driving?

article imageWe are pleased to have found a renowned expert in Dipl.-Phys. Udo Steininger, who will accompany the developments around "Automated Driving" in a monthly column in SafetyNews. Udo Steiniger is a senior expert for vehicle safety at TÜV SÜD and has specialized in automated driving since 2006.

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Volvo Cars Safety Centre celebrates 20 Years

article imageOn average, it crashes at least one brand new Volvo a day. And it has been instrumental in preserving Volvo Cars position as a leader in automotive safety to this very day. This year, the Volvo Cars Safety Centre crash lab celebrates its 20th anniversary. At the time of its opening by the Swedish king, in 2000, it was one of the most advanced crash labs in the world and in many ways it still is today.

Image: Volvo Cars

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Euro NCAP offers Yardstick for Commercial Van Safety

article imageFourteen commercial vans qualify for an award by Euro NCAP under new criteria that prioritize crash avoidance and driver assistance systems.  Nineteen vans, covering 98 percent of European sales last year, were tested in accordance with Euro NCAP 2018 Safety Assist protocols, that include AEB, Lane Support, Speed Assistance and Occupant State Monitoring.

Image: Euro NCAP

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UTAC CERAM and Millbrook are joining Forces to form a Market Leading Group

article imageThe French group UTAC CERAM and the British group Millbrook, both of which are key partners to automotive customers in Europe and around the world, have announced they have reached an agreement to merge their operations to create a market leading group in vehicle testing, homologation and emerging technologies for autonomous, connected and electric vehicles.

Image: Millbrook

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Latest Euro NCAP Ratings Refocus Attention on improving Vehicle Compatibility

article imageEuro NCAP publishes its fourth and largest batch of new results of the year 2020. Seven cars were tested against Euro NCAP s latest protocols. The Audi A3 Sportback, SEAT Leon, ISUZU D-Max, Kia Sorento and Land Rover Defender achieve the maximum five stars. The Honda e settles for four stars and the Hyundai i10 gets three.

Image: Euro NCAP

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NHTSA announces 2020 Update on AEB Installation by 20 Automakers

article imageNHTSA announced the progress of 20 automakers toward manufacturing passenger vehicles with low-speed automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems. This is part of a voluntary effort by automakers in collaboration with NHTSA to equip almost all new passenger vehicles with low-speed AEB, including forward collision warning, by August 31, 2023.

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Latest #SaferCarsForAfrica Crash Test Results give Cause for serious Concern

article imageGlobal NCAP and AA South Africa launch the fourth round of #SaferCarsForAfrica crash test results supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies and the FIA Foundation. The three models tested, the Steed 5 pick up from Great Wall, the Haval H1 five door SUV and the Kwid five door compact from Renault, all gave serious cause for concern with poor levels of adult and child protection.

Image: Global NCAP

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Rear Autobrake cuts backing Crashes

article imageFront automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems have greater potential to save lives, but rear AEB is saving drivers the hassle and expense of many a fender bender, an updated analysis from the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) shows.

Image: IIHS

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Humanetics launches UFOnano Stealth Robot

article imageHumanetics launches the UFOnano, an Ultra-Flat Overrunable (UFO) robot platform even smaller than the UFOmini making it the perfect low-maintenance, compact ADAS safety device to run fully autonomous pedestrian and collision mitigation testing.

Image: Humanetics

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Mcity Test Facility celebrates 20 Years

article imageThe Mcity Test Facility opened in July 2015 as the world s first proving ground specifically designed to test the performance of connected and automated vehicles (CAVs) and technologies. Five years later, it remains a leading CAV testing site, with capabilities unmatched worldwide. 

Image. Mcity

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Automakers whittle down Headlight Choices

article imageAt least 10 manufacturers have improved their 2021 headlight offerings by eliminating or modifying inferior choices, according to new ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

Image: IIHS

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40 Years ago: Mercedes-Benz launched the Driver s Airbag and Seat Belt Tensioner in Series Production

article imageThe innovation made its preview in December 1980: the driver s airbag and seat belt tensioner (originally termed the belt tightener) were in those days the latest, cutting-edge innovations in safety from Mercedes-Benz. 40 years ago, back in 1980, a limited number of S-Class Saloons (126 model series) were the first cars to be delivered with this new technology and were another milestone in passive vehicle safety in a long line of outstanding innovations from the brand.

Image: Daimler

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Seminars and Events

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carhs.training seminars and events for automotive safety.

All seminars are available as in-house trainings in both German and English!

Introduction to the Python Programming Language
26.01.2021 - 29.01.2021 Online
Dr. André Backes - TECOSIM Technische Simulation GmbH EUR 940
Introduction to Data Acquisition in Safety Testing
26.01.2021 - 29.01.2021 Online
Thomas Wild - Continental Safety Engineering International GmbH EUR 940
Development of Frontal Restraint Systems meeting Legal and Consumer Protection Requirements
28.01.2021 - 29.01.2021 Online
Kai Golowko - Bertrandt Ingenieurbüro GmbH EUR 1590
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and Automated Driving Functions
02.02.2021 - 02.03.2021 Online
Dr. Andreas Kuhn - Andata Entwicklungstechnologie GmbH EUR 1590
Static and Dynamic Analysis of Long-Fibre-Reinforced Plastics
08.02.2021 - 11.02.2021 Online,
Prof. Dr. Thomas Karall - Hof University of Applied Sciences EUR 940
Development of Frontal Restraint Systems - Advanced
08.02.2021 - 11.02.2021 in Alzenau,
Kai Golowko - Bertrandt Ingenieurbüro GmbH EUR 940
Basics of Occupant Protection in Frontal Crashes: Mechanics, Energy Considerations, Protection Criteria and Application Examples
09.02.2021 - 12.02.2021 Online,
Dr.-Ing. Burkhard Eickhoff, Autoliv B.V. & Co. KG EUR 790
Basics of Occupant Protection in Frontal Crashes: Mechanics, Energy Considerations, Protection Criteria and Application Examples
09.02.2021 - 12.02.2021 Online,
Dr.-Ing. Burkhard Eickhoff, Autoliv B.V. & Co. KG EUR 790
Safety of Commercial Vehicles
09.02.2021 - 12.02.2021 Online,
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Harald Bachem - Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences EUR 790
International Safety and Crash-Test Regulations: Current Status and Future Developments
09.02.2021 - 10.02.2021 Online,
Dr. Thomas Kinsky - Humanetics Europe GmbH EUR 790
Material Models of Composites for Crash Simulation
16.02.2021 in Alzenau
Prof. Dr. Thomas Karall - Hof University of Applied Sciences EUR 790
Ejection Mitigation FMVSS 226: Requirements - Testing - Development Strategies
22.02.2021 - 25.02.2021 Online,
Dipl.-Ing. Valentin Zimmermann, Bertrandt Ingenieurbüro GmbH EUR 790
Product Liability in the Automobile Industry
22.02.2021 - 25.02.2021 Online
Hans-Georg Lohrmann - Quality-Reliability-Safety Consultant EUR 790
Introduction to Passive Safety of Vehicles
23.02.2021 - 26.02.2021 Online,
Ralf Reuter - carhs.training gmbh EUR 790

Please find the full list of seminars at our website.

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