Tire Technology

New Pirelli tires connect to the 5G network

Eileen Falkenberg-Hull
Dec 8, 2019, 8:03 pm

Pirelli's P Zero Trofeo tires are part of the company's Perfect Fit product development strategy.

Photo courtesy of Pirelli

Pirelli is the first company in the world to transmit the information collected from smart times via a 5G network. During a display of the technology at The 5G Path of Vehicle-to-Everything Communication event, the tire transmitted information about the road surface and the risk of hydroplaning via the network.

The tire is the only point of contact between a vehicle and the road. The manufacturer aims to have its technology in the Pirelli Cyber Tire be able to relay information about road infrastructure, distance driven, dynamic load, and the dangers of the road surface in real time to the car the tires are on. In turn, the car will be able to adapt the way it drives given that information.

Pirelli 5G tire Graphic courtesy of Pirelli

Current technology allows sensors and cameras on a car to read the road ahead and adjust the suspension accordingly. Rolls-Royce employs this technology to allow for a smooth Magic Carpet Ride in its Cullinan and Lincoln has similar technology in the Aviator.

Pirelli sees the technology as having the potential to be part of a larger communication context with regard to the larger space of transportation and the future of mobility solutions and autonomous driving. It would could potentially relay information vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) as more vehicles become connected to the network.

As part of the demonstration, Pirelli also showed off its Italia Track Adrenaline tire, which is designed for track days. The P Zero Trofeo tires that are part of the time are fitted with sensors that monitor tire pressure and temperature in real time. Software combines those measurements with telemetric data giving drivers detailed information about conditions that may effect their on-track performance.

The Cyber Tire and Italia Track Adrenaline line are part of Pirelli's larger Perfect Fit product development strategy which sees the company develop tailor made products and services to meet the needs of carmakers, fleets, and drivers with an eye toward the future.

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On-Screen

Hand-built Infiniti Q60 drifts at Yokohama Harbor in new film

An Infiniti Q60 drifts at Yokohama Harbor.

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A new film showcases the drifting capabilities of a heavily modified Infiniti Q60. The coupe currently competes in the domestic top-tier drift championship in Japan even though the sports coupe is not sold there.

Before reaching the docks in Japan, the car was heavily modified having started its journey in America. The car was built to show off renowned restoration specialist Tatsuhiro Shibata's passion for the Infiniti brand.

The video features Shibata and his driver, Koudai Sobagiri putting the The hand-built model to the test and showing off near Infiniti's world headquarters in Yokohama, Japan. The closed course near Yokohama Harbor served as the set.

"In my eyes, the Q60 was the best looking of (the Infiniti lineup), but they didn't sell any in Japan. So we had to go to the U.S. to find one," Shibata says. "It's simple; I just wanted a good-looking racing car."

Tatsuhiro Shibata's Infiniti Q60

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This isn't the first time that Shibata has imported an Infiniti to Japan. His passion has led him to do so for the last decade. Shibata is not directly affiliated with Infiniti.

Following the film, Infiniti plans to release an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the film and the Shibata Infiniti Q60. An exclusive story about Shibata's workshop, Sobagiri's path to drifting, and more will be released along with the behind-the-scenes film.

1,000HP INFINITI Q60: Drifting at the Docks www.youtube.com

The release of the film comes as Infiniti is playing catch up with much of their business plans. Amid falling sales and the COVID-19 pandemic, plans for two new models to be introduced had to be push to 2021 including the 2022 Infiniti QX55 and the forthcoming redesigned QX60.

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New Car

Fresh body styling, tech breathes life into 2022 MINI John Cooper Works models

Hardtop and softop versions the MINI John Cooper Works have been updated for 2022.

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MINI recently announced refreshed model information about more traditional Cooper models. Enthusiasts have been patiently waiting for the plans for the performance-focused John Cooper Works models to be made public. Now those retails are known.

The 2022 MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop and Convertible will feature newly fashioned round LED headlights, a larger hexagonal grille, large side air intakes, modified front scuttles, and a diffuser on the rear apron.

MINI's twin-turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine sits under the hood of both models and generates 228 horsepower and a maximum torque of 235 pound-feet of torque. The engine moves the MINI Hardtop from zero to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds when equipped with its standard six-speed manual transmission. To cut that number to 5.9 seconds, opt for the eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission. The cabrio has a 6.3 zero to 60 mph time and has its engine paired exclusively with the automatic transmission.

2022 MINI Cooper John Cooper Works

2022 MINI Cooper John Cooper Works

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The rag top of the MINI JCW Convertible opens in 18 seconds via the touch of a button at speeds up to 18.6 mph. Buyers can get the MINI Yours soft top that features a woven-in Union Jack graphic.

Two 85-millimetre stainless steel tailpipes serve as the car's available exhaust option.

MINI's engineers have fine-tuned the car's sporty suspension and given the car a sports brake system co-developed with Brembo and 17-inch JCW light alloy wheels. Eighteen-inchers are available, including a new JCWW Circuit Spoke two-tone designed wheel.

The team has also worked on the available Adaptive Suspension, adding new frequency-selective damper technology that operates with an additional valve acting on the traction side. Additionally, the maximum damping force of the Adaptive Suspension is up to 10 percent higher than before.

MINI buyers will get their cars equipped with the company's redesigned 8.8-inch infotainment touch screen display with a black panel design. Two different color schemes are available for the displays on the central instrument display - Lounge and Sport. In Lounge mode, the display surfaces appear in relaxing shades of blue and turquoise. Switching to Sport mode causes the screen backgrounds to glow in red and anthracite. If desired, the color worlds of the displays can be linked to the standard MINI Driving Modes.

The JCW sport seats have integrated headrests and the model gets an anthracite-colored roof lining, a stainless steel pedal gallery and a model-specific gearshift or gear selector lever.. There's a Nappa leather steering wheel with fresh multifunction buttons, grey contrast stitching, and a John Cooper Works logo on the center spoke.

MINI will sell the models with new comfort, connectivity, and driver assistance equipment packages. The roster of new options includes a heated steering wheel, lane departure warning in the Driving Assistant and the Stop & Go function for Active Cruise Control.

Pricing for the 2022 MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop starts at $32,900 and maxes out at $33,900. The Convertible has a starting MSRP of $38,900 and stretches to $44,900 in its top-tier trim level. Every model has an additional $850 destination and delivery fee.

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