Steps are being taken to move away from fossil fuel use in cars and develop fully electric, hybrid electric and hydrogen fuel cell powered vehicles. One of the keys to the growth of electric cars is that components are available that allow vehicles to operate effectively. In addition, car drivers want the independence they are used to from traditionally fueled vehicles and overcoming “range anxiety” is critical to mass adoption of electric vehicles.

The intelligent car, once the stuff of science fiction, is now becoming a reality rather than a fantasy. Though the self-driving car may still be far off, features such as active safety and driver assist are on the near horizon or already in series production on premium cars. New technologies from Trelleborg combine to improve safety systems and the driving experience of passengers.