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Wettenhalls has been providing transportation solutions across the eastern and southern regions of Australia for over 90 years. The fleet, which comprises 120 prime movers, 10 rigids and more than 250 trailers, services primarily the dairy, food and beverage, wharf services, construction, and general freight (local and interstate) markets. Learn how they have implemented Seeing Machines' Guardian solution to proactively manage driver fatigue and distraction.

With a ZERO HARM vision, Wettenhalls is committed to safety, just like Seeing Machines, making our Guardian solution a perfect fit.

Wettenhalls has a range of vehicle and equipment options – among them single and B-double taut liners, open top, refrigerated vans and walking floor trailers – allowing them to provide, in their words, ‘responsive, safe and innovative transportation solutions’ that cater to individual client’s needs.

Since the initial roll out of Guardian in 2016, the incidence of fatigue events in the fleet has been dropping in inverse relationship to the number of installations: as the system is fitted in more and more trucks, the number of fatigue events drops lower and lower.

“I could not contemplate operating a heavy vehicle fleet today without Guardian.” – Mike Lean, CEO Wettenhalls

Learn more about how Guardian has helped Wettenhalls to proactively manage fatigue and distraction risk and improve driver safety in this case study.

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With 179,557 fully electric vehicles delivered, the BMW brand achieved a +34.1% increase in BEV sales in the first half of 2024 compared to the previous year. Overall, the BMW brand grew by +2.3% compared to the previous year’s period, with 1,096,486 units sold in the year’s first half.

The brand thereby gained market share in Europe. In the first half of the year, the BMW Group delivered 1,213,359 BMW, Mini, and Rolls-Royce vehicles.

BMW flourishes, Mini is eagerly awaiting its new products

For the BMW brand, models from the upper premium segment are becoming increasingly popular with customers, in addition to fully electric models. The BMW 7 Series achieved a sales growth of +22% in the first half of the year compared to last year.

Also, the BMW X1 and the BMW 3 Series saw strong growth compared to the previous year. BMW M GmbH also performed well, generating much interest when it unveiled the first M5 high-performance sedan with an electrified drive train in June. With 99,517 vehicles sold, BMW M recorded a sales growth of +5.1%.

“The further ramp-up of the Mini Cooper and Mini Countryman and the MINI Acemanmarket launch will provide positive momentum in the second half of the year,” the press release forecasts.

https://newmobility.news/2024/07/11/bmw-delivers-one-third-more-evs-in-first-half-of-2024/

Jeep Grand Cherokee

Stellantis expects to grow sales of Jeep vehicles to roughly 1.5 million units globally by 2027.

It plans to expand its vehicle nameplates from 10 to 13 by 2027, Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa said Thursday during Stellantis' investor day at its North American headquarters.

Jeep is expected to roll out the recently revealed Wagoneer S EV later this year, followed by a Jeep Wrangler-inspired off-road vehicle called the Recon.

Chevy Silverado Sales Up Five Percent To 149K Units During Q2 2024

In the United States, Chevrolet Silverado deliveries totaled 148,916 units in Q2 2024, an increase of about 5 percent compared to 141,299 units sold in Q2 2023.

In the first six months of the year, Silverado sales increased about 4 percent to 277,842 units.

In Mexico, Chevrolet Silverado deliveries totaled 4,219 units in Q2 2024, an increase of about 57 percent compared to 2,691 units sold in Q2 2023.

In the first six months of the year, Silverado sales increased about 63 percent to 8,169 units.

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Stellantis will offer thirty hybrid vehicles this year and plans to introduce a further six by the end of 2026 to quickly respond to the rapid increase in orders for hybrid models from customers in Europe, in particular for cars equipped with the new eDCT advanced hybrid technology. The hybrid variants - we read in a note - offer an exceptional driving experience, guaranteeing a reduction in CO2 emissions at a more accessible price compared to fully electric and plug-in hybrid cars. Stellantis reported 41 percent growth in hybrid model sales in the EU30 in 2024 year-on-year compared to 2023(1), and plans to further increase sales volumes with upcoming launches. Stellantis is a leader in sales of low-emission vehicles, which include battery electric, fuel cell, hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles in the A and B segments and for light commercial vehicles in the EU30 market.

https://www.agenzianova.com/en/news/stellantis-30-modelli-ibridi-in-piu-questanno-41-per-cento-di-vendite/?amp

AMSTERDAM – Leveraging its unique multi-energy approach, Stellantis is swiftly reacting to the quick ramp-up of customer orders in Europe for hybrid models, especially those with the newest eDCT advanced hybrid technology. The Company will offer 30 hybrid models this year and plans to introduce six more through 2026. Hybrid variants deliver exceptional driving experience while ensuring reduced CO2 emissions at a more affordable price point than fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.

Stellantis achieved a 41% sales increase in EU30 hybrid models year-to-date 2024 versus year-to-date 2023(1) and expects an increase in customer take rate with the upcoming new launches. Stellantis is the sales leader for low emission vehicles, which includes battery electric, fuel cell, plug-in hybrid and hybrid, in the EU30 for A and B segments and light commercial vehicles.

https://www.stellantis.com/en/news/press-releases/2024/july/stellantis-extends-benchmark-hybrid-powertrain-to-more-nameplates-to-satisfy-european-customer-demand#

Mercedes-Benz and BMW have announced their sales results for the first-half of this year, where Mercedes-Benz registered record-breaking sales, while BMW reported strong growth in the country.

For Mercedes-Benz, the sales of its electric vehicles (EVs) went up by 60 per cent with over 5 per cent penetration in the H1 2024 sales. In the last six months, it reported a nine per cent year-on-year growth at 9,262 units compared to 8,528 units in H1 2023. The brand saw SUV penetration at 55 per cent, while its high-end automobiles comprised 25 per cent of the total sales. Then, the sales of the ultra-luxury Maybach cars grew by 108 per cent in H1 2024. Meanwhile, the EV sales jumped 60 per cent and now account for five per cent of the overall sales.

On the other hand, BMW posted 21 per cent year-on-year growth with 7,098 units (BMW and Mini) sold between January and June 2024. Out of which, BMW delivered 6,734 units and Mini sold 364 units. Whereas, BMW Motorrad India registered a sales of 3,614 units in the same period.

https://www.overdrive.in/news-cars-auto/luxury-car-sales-mercedes-benz-records-highest-ever-h1-sales/

BMW has reported the strongest sales among Germany's top three premium carmakers for the first half of the year, significantly boosting its battery-electric vehicle deliveries while Mercedes-Benz and Porsche faced declining demand. BMW's total sales rose by 2.3% to nearly 1.1 million vehicles in the first half of the year, with a notable 34% increase in battery-electric sales, reaching almost 180,000 cars. This strong performance sets BMW apart from its competitors in the electric vehicle market.

With the market environment remaining unfavourable to the automotive industry, they are all lucky to be associated with BMW which registers a good performance especially in the sales of electric vehicles.

https://www.wionews.com/autonews/bmw-outpaces-german-rivals-in-electric-vehicle-sales-surge-739831/amp

Mercedes-Benz Group second-quarter sales reached 600,100 cars and vans underpinned by improved product availability at Mercedes-Benz Cars in China and the U.S., but remained below the prior-year level amid model changeovers and a value-oriented sales approach in a challenging economic environment. Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars sales are expected to further improve in the second half of the year. Mercedes-Benz Vans achieved robust sales despite a subdued market environment and model changeovers.

As the shift towards electrification continues, Mercedes-Benz customers can choose from a broad range of high-tech combustion, battery electric or hybrid vehicles. Especially our plug-in hybrids are proving popular, with sales up 27% in Q2. Furthermore, every third vehicle ordered in the Top-End segment included at least one individualization option from our MANUFAKTUR program in the first six months.”

Britta Seeger, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG. Marketing & Sales

The company expects Top-End sales to rise significantly in the second half of the year driven by further market launches of the new G-Class including the electric G-Class, several Mercedes-AMG models such as the E-Class and CLE derivatives and the updated EQS.

https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/mercedes-benz-q2-sales-of-cars-and-vans-reach-600100-vehicles/

That said, GM appears to be holding up better than the broader industry. The company reported its delivery numbers for the U.S. indicating that it sold a total of 696,086 vehicles for Q2, up 0.6% from a year ago. GM’s full-size trucks sold a total of 229,000 units during the quarter, up 6% year-over-year. This should prove positive for the company, as higher sales of high-margin Chevrolet and GMC brand pickups and SUVs could help the company boost its profits. GM’s new deal with the United Auto Workers last November is also likely to be having a softer-than-expected impact on the company’s earnings thus far. While wages increased about 11% when UAW approved the new contract, GM raised its adjusted pre-tax profit projection for this financial year to $12.5 billion to $14.5 billion, from its previous range of $12 billion to $14 billion.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/greatspeculations/2024/07/11/up-30-this-year-will-higher-truck-sales-power-gm-stock-post-q2-earnings/

Well, it seems Farley didn’t have good insight into what was coming either. Ford EV sales increased by 61% in the second quarter compared to the second quarter of 2023. In the first half of 2024 overall, Ford EV sales were up 72%. That’s extremely strong sales growth, and even without introducing any new models.

Additionally, these EV sales are normally “conquest sales,” the most valuable kind of sales for an automaker since auto buyers are often loyal and it’s very helpful to steal buyers from other auto brands. “Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning are drawing customers from other brands; 62 percent of F-150 Lightning and 54 percent of Mustang Mach-E sales are new to Ford,” the company writes. (The Maverick, by the way, did also have 60% conquest sales, which is what its graphic was about. Where are the graphics for the Lighting and Mach-E?) Here are more model-specific notes from Ford:

https://cleantechnica.com/2024/07/07/what-the-heck-is-going-on-with-ford-electric-car-demand-forecasting/amp/

An updated version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee has been spotted testing on public roads and is expected to arrive in the second half of 2025 as a 2026 model.

Jeep quietly launched its hands-free driver-assist system known as Hands-Free Active Driving Assist in the Grand Cherokee late in 2023. The system's replacement, dubbed STLA AutoDrive, has already been announced and is said to launch in 2025. The new camera and sensor array in the grille and rear fenders could be for the next-gen hands-free driving system.

https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1143769_2026-jeep-grand-cherokee-spy-shots

The collaboration enables Valeo to incorporate Seeing Machines’ expertise in interior monitoring perception software into its own driver and occupant monitoring systems’ hardware and software architecture.

Marc Vrecko, CEO of Valeo’s brain division, said, “We are delighted with this collaboration with Seeing Machines. These last five years, with Asaphus, we have been able to grow the company, develop their AI perception technologies and build a solid position in interior monitoring systems. Combining our teams with Seeing Machines, we will benefit from the best-in-class perception software to integrate into our hardware and software architecture for driver and occupant monitoring systems.”

Additionally, the acquisition of Asaphus’s capabilities will provide the Seeing Machines with unique intellectual property, data and a specialized development team skilled in machine learning and AI for driving and sensing features.

https://www.autonomousvehicleinternational.com/news/sensors/valeo-and-seeing-machines-partner-on-driver-and-occupant-monitoring-systems.html

WASHINGTON, July 11 (Reuters) - The Biden administration plans to award General Motors (GM.N), opens new tab and Chrysler-parent Stellantis nearly $1.1 billion in grants to convert existing plants to build electric vehicles and components, it said on Thursday.

The Department of Energy (DOE) announced $1.7 billion in planned grants to help fund the conversion of 11 "at risk" plants in eight states to enable the production of 1 million EVs annually, help retain 15,000 existing jobs, and create 3,000 new positions.

Interesting that. They was getting into swing, so hopefully continue?

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At this year's Commercial Vehicle Show, we'll be featuring real-time driver fatigue, distraction and accident prevention technology from our Partners at Seeing Machines.

Guardian plays a pivotal role in protecting drivers and can assist you in preventing fatigue and distraction from happening in your vehicles. Guardian delivers an intelligent driver safety solution that uses in-cab sensors to monitor the driver’s levels of fatigue and distraction, in real time. With 24/7 monitoring and analytics services, this is a complete safety solution for commercial vehicles.

The in-cab sensor monitors signs of fatigue or distraction, warns drivers through a set of alerts, providing protection in real-time. At the same time, managers are notified about the event and can take immediate action to manage the situation and keep their driver safe, straight away.

Come try out the technology for real on the Cubo stand next week at #CVShow23.

Check out the brochure below ⬇️

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Uk to follow suit?

The ‘New Vehicle General Safety Regulation’, also known as GSR2 or Regulation (EU) 2019/2144, came into effect on Sunday 7 July 2024, mandating a range of technical safety features be fitted to new cars as standard within the EU and Northern Ireland. These include intelligent speed assistance but also other advanced driver assistance systems such as autonomous emergency braking, driver drowsiness and attention warning and emergency lane keeping systems.

Such equipment, while likely to be included on many new cars in Britain, has not actually been mandated. The Department for Transport under the new government has confirmed that the Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) laws that came into effect on 6 July 2024 “apply to the EU and Northern Ireland only, not Great Britain”.

There are growing calls for Britain to officially adopt the rules though, due to the road safety benefits.

Earlier this year, the Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) called for immediate implementation of the vehicle safety standards, which it said were world-leading. The organisation, which has over 40 years’ experience advising both Houses of Parliament on transport safety, has said the standards, along with other measures such as a national road safety strategy and graduated driver licensing, would help save thousands of lives.

https://fleetworld.co.uk/new-government-under-pressure-to-adopt-vehicle-safety-regulations/

Despite a barrage of online criticism, BMW’s controversial design choices are driving massive sales increases. The numbers speak for themselves: the 7 Series saw a jaw-dropping 80.9% surge in sales in 2023, while the polarizing 4 Series jumped by 37.4%. Even the sleek Z4 is up by 20% year over year, partly thanks to the introduction of a new stick-shift model. These figures are particularly impressive considering the automotive industry has been grappling with production challenges due to the pandemic.

BMW X3: The Next Big Thing

Enter the all-new 2025 BMW X3, the fourth generation of this highly successful midsize SAV. The X3 sports a fresh exterior design and a modern interior featuring the BMW Curved Display and iDrive 9. New four- and six-cylinder engines, equipped with 48V mild hybrid technology, promise enhanced performance and efficiency.

https://www.wpri.com/automotive/bmws-new-designs-driving-massive-sales-increases/amp/

BMW 7 Series Car: With both ADAS safety systems, this car is going to make a splash in the market soon. Let’s know in detail about the details related to the upcoming BMW 7-Series sedan. These days, Advanced Driver Assist System technology is gaining a lot of popularity in the auto market. Many companies are bringing their vehicles with this technology to the market for sale. At the same time, luxury car maker BMW has gone one step ahead in adopting this technology.

MW has won the title of the first car maker in the entire auto world to get approval to include Highway Assistant (Level-2) and Personal Pilot L3 (Level-3) technology together in the same vehicle. This company is now working on a plan to introduce its vehicles as some unique products in the market equipped with Advanced Driver Assist System Level-2 and Level-3 information facilities.

https://indiaautonews.in/bmw-7-series-car-bmw-gets-approval-to-include-adas-level-2-and-level-3-facilities-in-the-same-vehicle/#:~:text=This%20company%20is%20now%20working,almost%20very%20close%20to%20launch.

The Lincoln brand saw a sales increase of 18.9% to 23,923 units, driven by the new Lincoln Nautilus. In the second quarter of 2024, Nautilus hybrid sales accounted for 44% of Nautilus total sales, while Corsair and Aviator sales rose 17% and 90%, respectively.

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