Title: Electronics and the motor car

Authors: R.A. Pitchforth

Addresses: Principal Consultant, BIS Mackintosh Ltd, Luton, UK

Abstract: Vehicle manufacturers are making extensive use of electronics to improve and refine their products. This study investigates how each of a variety of electronics applications is likely to influence customer choice. Predictions are made of developments which will be offered in the remaining years of this century.

Keywords: anti-skid braking; central door locking; vehicle design; competitiveness; vehicle electronics; electronic ignition; in-car entertainment; power steering.

DOI: 10.1504/IJVD.1987.061492

International Journal of Vehicle Design, 1987 Vol.9 No.3, pp.334 - 338

Published online: 26 May 2014 *

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