Executive Summary Automakers' new car ads increasingly tout vehicles' electronic features for connectivity and infotainment@ fuel economy@ lower emissions@ performance@ and safety. Smartphones and other consumer electronic devices are growing in popularity@ and competition compels automakers to accommodate drivers and passengers who expect to use such devices in vehicles and help them do so safely. Electrical/electronic (E/E) technologies that help conserve fuel@ lower emissions@ and/or improve performance and safety include start/stop systems@ eco-telematics@ adaptive cruise control@ and electric power steering. Government mandates in the United States and elsewhere cover tire pressure monitoring and electronic stability control@ and camera systems may soon be added to the list.
SAE T-126-2011 history
2011SAE T-126-2011 Automotive E/E Reliability Strategies for Keeping Pace in a Feature-Rich World