Invitation to presentation: State-of-the-art technology in cars of the 21st century; and Correction

The Electrical Switchgear Association of South Africa (ESASA) invites you to a networking evening arranged by EE Publishers which takes a fascinating and futuristic look at:

STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY IN CARS OF THE 21ST CENTURY

presented by Guy Kilfoil,

General manager: group communications and public affairs, BMW SA

DATE: Wednesday 23 September 2009

TIME: 18h00 for 18h30 (sherry served on arrival)

VENUE: Bytes Convention Centre, Midrand

REGISTRATION: Click here to register to attend

COST: No cost, complimentary sherry served on arrival, with free substantial hot and cold smacks served after the presentation, with a cash bar

Engineers are known for their love affair with cars, and this presentation provides some insight as to what the technology leaders in this business are thinking...

SYNOPSIS

Cars of the 21st century will incorporate a whole array of advanced technologies for improved performance, comfort, convenience, safety, fuel efficiency and environmental impact. These include state-of-the-art aerodynamic, material science, thermodynamic, combustion engine, electric drive, energy storage and energy conversion technologies, interlinked with sophisticated information and data communication technologies, sensors and electronics. Further advances in conventional petrol and diesel combustion engines appear set to lead on to innovative active hybrid drive systems, and then to electric, fuel cell and hydrogen vehicles of the future. Intelligent energy management systems incorporating the regeneration of electrical energy and the recovery of waste heat and brake energy, will lead to higher outputs and improved efficiency with lower emissions. Vehicle guidance systems will provide automatic parking controls, knowledge of the road ahead, and integration with intelligent traffic management systems. The goal of all this is sustainable mobility.

BRIEF CV OF GUY KILFOIL

Starting his career in publishing in 1998, Guy Kilfoil followed his passion for motoring, and at 25 was editor of Cars in Action magazine. DaimlerChrysler South Africa followed shortly thereafter when, in 2003, Kilfoil was appointed Media Manager: Chrysler & Jeep, where, he managed an award-winning international launch, resulting in promotion to Communications Manager: Mercedes Car Group. In 2005, he joined BMW South Africa, where he has spent a large part of the last four years serving as Manager: Automotive Communications. Concerned with the viability of modern day motor cars on the roads of the future, he presented "The Road to Sustainable Mobility" to both the Deloitte Partner's Conference and the Sanlam 80th Anniversary Director's conference in 2008. On 1 May 2009, Kilfoil was promoted to General Manager: Communications & Public Affairs, and at 32 he is one of the BMW Group's youngest ever general managers.

BOOKINGS AND RSVP

For catering and seating purposes booking is essential. Seating is limited, so please book early to avoid disappointment.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO ATTEND

Alternatively contact Kim Ullyett, EE Publishers, Tel: 0115437000; Fax: 0115437025; Email: kim.ullyett@ee.co.za indicating the names and numbers of persons attending in your party.

Attendees will be able to meet, socialise and network with friends and associates before and after the presentation.

DIRECTIONS TO BYTES CONFERENCE CENTRE

From the N1 highway between Johannesburg and Pretoria, take the New Road off-ramp and head west, then take the first left turning at the Shell Garage into Sixth Road, then first left again into Invicta Road, then right into Third Road. Bytes Business Park is on the left hand side. There is ample secure parking.