CESAR Conquers IP Complexity Jun 16, 2006 8:33 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Tom Murphy Modular cockpit concept from Siemens VDO cuts weight by 15% and costs by 30%, and could change the face of instrument panel design.
Consumer Infotainment Choices Difficult to Predict Jun 13, 2006 1:06 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Drew Winter MP3 players, Satellite Radio, high-definition radio and cell phones all are vying to stake out turf in vehicle interiors.
Selling Vehicle Safety Jun 12, 2006 12:16 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Cliff Banks OEMs, suppliers and dealers look for applications and the right advertising message to tap into increased customer demand for safety.
Kinder, Gentler Face for Parts Purchasing Jun 12, 2006 11:44 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Tom Murphy The latest Planning Perspectives study confirms progress for the Big Three when it comes to their relationships with suppliers.
Suppliers Face Changing Industry Jun 9, 2006 1:49 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Byron Pope Interior suppliers say they face a daunting future, but remain confident of the strategies in place and say they have the mindset to succeed.
Cupholders an Emotional Issue for Car Buyers Jun 9, 2006 1:37 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Steve Finlay Car cupholders are important to car owners, even though many are reluctant to admit it.
Work Continues for Best Interface With Consumer Devices Jun 9, 2006 1:04 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Bill Visnic Automotive interior engineers say counting on a standardized vehicle interface with electronic devices is not a sure thing.
Airbags Getting Smaller, Going New Places Jun 9, 2006 12:15 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Mike Sutton Nearly all new vehicles in North America will be equipped with side impact and side curtain airbags by the end of the decade, CSM Worldwide says.
Supplier Downsizing May Boost European Design Jun 8, 2006 3:27 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Tom Murphy Materials consultant Robert Eller expects European suppliers to acquire unprofitable U.S. plants and, thereby, influence interior design.
How to Appeal to High-End Buyers Jun 8, 2006 3:21 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Steve Finlay Luxury car buyers want interior amenities that are high-tech, but easy to use.
Interior of Year Winners Announced Jun 8, 2006 10:57 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Bill Visnic Eight different auto makers take home 2006 Interior of the Year awards at the annual event.
Driver Distraction 'A Real Problem' Jun 7, 2006 4:47 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Tom Murphy Within a few years, 10 million iPods are expected to be integrated within vehicles, says a Ford executive, and that number will skyrocket to 70 million within five years.
Suppliers Suggest Fixes for Poor Electronics Reliability Jun 7, 2006 4:34 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Bill Visnic Presenters at the Ward's Auto Interiors Show say high levels of electronic features require high levels of planned integration.
Interior Key Design Frontier, GM's Lutz Says Jun 7, 2006 2:15 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Scott Anderson Lutz warns suppliers not to take shortcuts that ultimately hurt interior quality, "because we're going to catch you."
Faurecia Peddles Happy Attitude Jun 6, 2006 1:56 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Tom Murphy A private showing of the interior concept at GM's tech center draws an eager crowd that includes CEO Rick Wagoner.
Lutz, Hogan Headline Auto Interiors Show Jun 6, 2006 11:19 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Drew Winter At the auto interiors show, speakers and panel discussions will cover interior design, electronics, safety and economics.
Work Continues for Best Interface With Consumer Devices 
Philosophies for Interior Design Rapidly Adapting 
