BYD has announced the development of its first fully in-house tablet. This device is aimed at enhancing the in-vehicle infotainment system for the Fang Cheng Bao Tai 7 hybrid sport utility vehicle, a model under its subbrand Fang Cheng Bao. The tablet will support multiscreen collaboration with the vehicle's system, though BYD has not disclosed further details about the tablet itself. The Tai 7, the second model in the Tai series following the Tai 3, is designed for urban driving needs and is sc...

As reported in a press release on Aug. 13, Guident Corp., a teleoperation company specializing in autonomous vehicles, has announced a partnership with the city of Boca Raton, Florida, to introduce an autonomous shuttle-based public transportation service. This innovative shuttle will operate on a 2.6-mile loop connecting Mizner Park to Royal Palm Place. The service is set to launch in the fall of 2025 in collaboration with Circuit, the current provider of shuttle services in Boca Raton and othe...

As reported in a press release dated July 29, Simulation software specialist rFpro has expanded the Sim4CamSens2 project, which aims to enhance the development and validation of automotive sensor systems through simulation. Building on the original Sim4CamSens project, which focused on external sensor systems, this initiative now includes interior sensor systems, addressing the importance of in-cabin monitoring for safety and autonomous driving. The project is led by Claytex and includes part...

The Integrated Transport System (ITS) World Congress in Atlanta (USA) during Aug. 24–28 will exhibit the achievements of over 20 5GAA member companies. These companies will showcase both individual and collaborative projects that emphasize the readiness of cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) solutions for large-scale deployment. C-V2X technology, which facilitates real-time communication between vehicles, infrastructure, pedestrians and the cloud, is pivotal in enhancing safety, reducing co...

WEY, a new-energy vehicle (NEV) brand under Great Wall Motor, has partnered with KUKE Music, a leading classical music copyright holder and service provider, to enhance in-car music experiences in its new intelligent NEV models. KUKE Music's smart application integrates AI with immersive music scenarios, aligning with WEY's brand philosophy of More Economical, Farther-reaching, Safer intelligent mobility. This collaboration marks an important step for KUKE Music in mainland China's smart vehicle...

SiMa.ai, a company specializing in Physical AI solutions, has announced multiple new products aimed at enhancing the scalability of Physical AI. The company has launched its next-generation Physical AI silicon, known as MLSoC Modalix, which is now available for production. Accompanying this is the release of a system-on-module (SoM) and a development kit designed to expedite production, with the SoM being compatible with products from leading graphics processing unit (GPU) vendors. Additional...

Canadian autonomous trucking developer Waabi has appointed Lior Ron as its COO, as the company gears up to expand its operations and roll out fully driverless trucks later in 2025. Ron previously spent a decade as founder and CEO of Uber Freight, where he helped develop it into a comprehensive logistics platform generating over $5,000 million in annual revenue and serving a significant portion of Fortune 500 shippers. In his new position, Ron will be responsible for leading Waabi's go-to-market ...

A new firmware for the Flipper Zero multi-tool device reportedly has the capability to bypass rolling code security systems used in modern vehicles, which could render millions of cars vulnerable to theft. A demonstration by the YouTube channel "Talking Sasquach" indicates that this firmware, possibly available on the dark web, can clone a vehicle's key fob with just one brief signal capture. Rolling code security has been an industry standard for keyless vehicle entry, designed to prevent ...

Hyundai Motor Group's software unit, 42dot, has announced plans to raise 500 billion won (about $360 million) through a rights offering. This move aims to enhance the company's global competitiveness in AI-based mobility technology. Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia will participate as strategic investors, following the conglomerate's three-year capital expansion plan approved in 2023. The additional capital will be allocated to advancing software-defined vehicles (SDVs), investing in agentic AI, graphi...

In a press release on July 8, AB Dynamics introduced ClearTrack, an integrated solution designed to enhance safety and efficiency during durability, misuse and mileage accumulation testing by automating obstacle detection and avoidance. It incorporates a high-resolution, solid-state, ultralong-range lidar sensor with a 500-meter range that integrates with AB Dynamics' Automated Driverless Testing solution. This system is operated through a track test software ecosystem. Jonathan Barry, s...

Magna will present its latest innovations at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich from Sept. 8 to 14. The company will highlight advancements in sustainable materials, drivetrain technologies, energy storage systems and advanced driver assistance systems in Hall B3, Booth E40. A significant focus will be on sustainable materials that adhere to high technical standards while minimizing the ecological footprint of vehicles. According to Uwe Geissinger, executive vice president and president of Magna Eur...

Nexteer Automotive introduced its MotionIQ software suite, designed for intelligent motion control. The suite aims to enhance vehicle development and quality while improving cost efficiency. MotionIQ consolidates by-wire chassis control, development and vehicle health-monitoring into a single package, leveraging Nexteer's extensive experience in chassis technology. The MotionIQ suite consists of three product groups: MotionIQ Control, MotionIQ Dev and MotionIQ Health. MotionIQ Control offers ...

Mainland China's Jiangsu Changshu Automotive Trim Group Co. (CAIP) has announced plans to establish a wholly owned subsidiary in Zaragoza, Spain, marking a significant step in its overseas expansion strategy. The new company — provisionally named CAIP (Spain) Smart Cockpit Co. Ltd. — will be created through a multitiered investment structure. The investment will be made via CAIP (Luxembourg) Co. Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of CAIP (Hong Kong) Co. Ltd., which is fully owned by CAIP. ...

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has revealed information on the upcoming Full Self-Driving (FSD) update via a series of posts on X, detailing new capabilities such as pothole avoidance, improved parking lot navigation and handling complex situations more like a human driver. The key to these advancements is a new 10x parameter FSD model that Tesla is training, expected for public release by the end of September. This model, surpassing the previous 4x model initially anticipated, signifies a major architectu...

At the upcoming K 2025 International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber, Wacker Chemie AG, a global chemical company, plans to introduce a new silicone rubber named ELASTOSIL R 531/60, which is designed specifically to insulate busbars in high-voltage batteries of electric cars. The newly developed product is processed through extrusion, offering cost-effective sheathing for components. In case of a fire, it ceramifies to form an electrically insulating layer that prevents shor...

Ampeco and Peblar have announced an enhanced partnership to bring advanced solar charging capabilities to electric vehicle drivers across Europe. This collaboration combines Peblar's intelligent, solar-optimized charging hardware with Ampeco's charging management platform, aiming to reduce charging costs and maximize the use of renewable energy for homeowners. This integration aims to provide seamless, smart and sustainable charging experiences through the precise energy management enabled by...

The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has shown interest in examining Tesla's Full Self-Driving features, particularly its driverless-taxi service. The US safety regulator communicated with Tesla on July 1 to arrange a visit to Austin to experience the service firsthand, as detailed in an email uploaded to the NHTSA's website on Aug. 7. The regulators also requested information on the size of Tesla's robo-taxi fleet, plans for public rollout, and the use of...

SGS-TÜV Saar has awarded Geely Auto the world's first certification for AI safety process compliance under the ISO/PAS 8800:2024, marking an important milestone in the automotive industry. This certification affirms that Geely Auto's safety process architecture aligns with the latest standards for AI systems in road vehicles, setting a precedent for secure and standardized AI integration in autonomous driving technologies. With AI playing a crucial role in advanced mobility by enhancing sensing...

Silicon Creations announced the successful integration of its low-area integer phase-locked loop (PLL) into Codasip's latest test chip. This integration enables the evaluation of Codasip's L31AS dual-core lock-step central processing unit (CPU) and crypto accelerator intellectual property (IP). The partnership signifies an important development in deploying efficient clocking solutions tailored for automotive-grade RISC-V systems. Codasip's L31AS CPU, designed for automotive applications...

ProLogium is addressing concerns about lithium battery safety with its fourth-generation superfluidized all-inorganic solid-state lithium battery. This new battery features the highest ionic conductivity and low-temperature adaptability, aiming to set a new safety standard in response to frequent fire incidents and pressures for electrification. ProLogium's breakthrough comes from using intrinsically non-combustible materials and implementing active thermal risk control, validated through ARC te...

Geely Auto Group, in collaboration with StepFun, participated in the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC 2025) in Hangzhou, China, where they unveiled several new products and technological advancements. Among the highlights were the Zeekr 9X, Lynk & Co 10 EM-P, Geely Galaxy A7, Geely Galaxy M9 and the Full-Domain AI technology system, featuring innovations such as the Qianli Haohan intelligent driver-assistance system and AI-powered wearable devices. The Geely Gala...

Everged, based in Vienna, Virginia, announced its selection of I-charging to provide its DC fast-charging hardware offerings, affirming the company's dedication to offering advanced, reliable and secure charging solutions for the electric vehicle market. The collaboration will enable Everged to introduce nearly 1,000 advanced DC fast-charging systems to the US market, noted for their strong performance across Europe. These systems, engineered by I-charging, offer power outputs ranging from 50...

Vishay Intertechnology has launched two new automotive-grade inductors, the IHDM-1107BBEV-2A and IHDM-1107BBEV-3A, in a 1107 case size with a soft saturation current reaching up to 422 amperes (A). These inductors employ powdered iron alloy core technology, ensuring stable inductance and saturation over a temperature range from -40°C to 180°C, with low power losses and impressive heat dissipation qualities. The edge-wound coil design results in a low DCR of 0.22 milliohms, improving efficiency...

WeRide has received approval to conduct late-night testing of its robo-taxi on public roads in Beijing's High-Level Autonomous Driving Demonstration Zone, operating from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. This approval is a significant step toward establishing a 24/7 autonomous ride-hailing network in Beijing, aiming to provide all-weather, all-day autonomous mobility services. The night-time conditions in Beijing, which include low lighting, environmental interference and adverse weather such as rain and snow, ...

BYD announced a reduction in fuel consumption for its fifth-generation Dual Mode (DM) hybrid technology to 2.6 liters per 100 kilometers when the battery is depleted. This represents a 10% improvement from the previous rate of 2.9 liters. The enhancement in DM 5.0 technology occurs as BYD faces declining sales in its hybrid models over consecutive months. The improved fuel efficiency is validated by the National Motor Vehicle Quality Inspection and Testing Center in Guangdong, utilizing the new ...

SAIC Motor has initiated presales for the new MG4, an updated compact electric hatchback, on Aug. 5 at the Hangzhou Grand Convention and Exhibition Centre. The starting price is 73,800 yuan (approximately $10,100), with four variants available immediately. An upcoming semisolid-state battery version is scheduled for pricing in September and deliveries by the end of 2025. Notably, the MG4 is among the first to feature semisolid-state batteries in mass production, enhancing safety and longevity by...

SoundHound AI has announced the rollout of its advanced voice assistant with integrated generative AI, SoundHound Chat AI Automotive, to vehicles from three major automotive brands across North America. This technology enhances in-vehicle experiences by recognizing natural human speech and providing conversational AI responses. The assistant supports a wide range of functions beyond conventional navigation and communication, such as detailed trip planning and interacting with external knowledge ...

Force Motors Ltd. has introduced Force iPulse, a next-generation connected vehicle platform that offers advanced operational intelligence and vehicle life-cycle management. Developed with Intangles, the platform incorporates state-of-the-art AI and hybrid analytics to enhance fleet operations. The platform, part of Project DigiForce, provides real-time insights, predictive diagnostics, and improved driver comfort and safety. It continuously analyzes vehicular data to offer predictive insights, e...

Panasonic Automotive Systems Co. and VicOne Corp. have enhanced their security partnership by integrating VicOne's xCarbon vehicle security software into Panasonic's VERZEUSE for Virtualization Extensions Type-3, expanding its functionality to support container environments in next-generation cockpit systems. This integration, announced in October 2024, enables efficient monitoring of communication between containers on the Automotive Grade Linux reference board. The innovation will be showcased...

The German Federal Ministry of Transport has established the Road Traffic Remote Control Ordinance (StVFernLV) to allow testing of remote-controlled motor vehicles on public roads, set to take effect on Dec. 1, according to a report published by Electricdrive on July 30. The regulation aims to integrate remote steering technology with autonomous driving, enabling remote intervention in complex traffic situations. Potential applications include car sharing and municipal services, where vehicle...

Bitsensing, a provider of advanced radar solutions, entered into a three-way memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the autonomous vehicles and embedded systems (AVE) Lab of Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and ZETA Mobility, according to a July 31 news release. The collaboration will advance and commercialize AI-powered 4D imaging radar technology for the automotive sector. The MOU focuses on co-developing a real-time, embedded AI-based solution to enhance the perfo...

In a press release dated Aug. 4, U Power Ltd. announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) with a Hong Kong-based vehicle dashcam designer and manufacturer to introduce battery-swapping compatible electric vehicles to the market using U Power's proprietary UOTTA technology. According to the terms of the LOI, the client plans to purchase 300 MGEP swappable-battery compatible EVs, an order which remains contingent on further negotiations and the finalization of a definitive sales ag...

Ecarx Holdings Inc. showcased its AI-driven intelligent cockpit and driving solutions at the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai. The company highlighted its Antora series computing platform, which integrates intelligent cockpits, assisted driving and parking solutions on a single, cost-effective platform, meeting ISO 26262 and ASIL-B functional safety requirements. This platform has been demonstrated in flagship vehicles such as Geely Galaxy and Lynk & Co models, sold ...

German startup NorcSi has gained recognition in the European battery industry by developing technology to produce silicon anodes, which could lead to higher energy density and faster charging times for electric vehicles. The company recently raised €10.7 million from investors to fund the industrial-scale production of these anodes. Silicon offers significant advantages over graphite, being able to absorb up to 10 times more lithium ions due to its atomic structure, resulting in longer ranges ...

Automotive Intelligence and Control of China Co. Ltd. (AICC) and Nullmax, a firm specializing in autonomous driving AI technology, have formally signed a strategic cooperation agreement. The announcement was made via a press release from AICC on its WeChat account. The collaboration aims to focus on full-stack data loop development and end-to-end advanced driver assistance system solutions, with the goal of advancing the commercialization of autonomous driving technologies and creating a stronge...

EnergyX, a lithium technology startup backed by General Motors (GM), recently expanded its holdings in the Smackover formation, which stretches from Florida, US, to Texas, US, by acquiring an additional 35,000 acres in a $26 million cash and shares deal. This brings the company's total stake in the area to 47,500 acres. The Smackover is estimated to contain more than 4 million metric tons of lithium, a valued resource for electric vehicles and electronic devices, and EnergyX's holdings are situa...

Qorix, a provider of safety-critical middleware for software-defined vehicles, has achieved TÜV SÜD certification for its Adaptive AUTOSAR stack, ensuring compliance with ISO 26262 up to Automotive Safety Integrity Level B (ASIL B). This certification, applicable to Qorix Developer tooling, is crucial for configuring, validating and deploying safety-related software components in Adaptive AUTOSAR environments. The TÜV certification positions Qorix among the few companies in the automotive ind...

Continental's Automotive group sector will debut under the new independent company name AUMOVIO at the IAA Mobility in Munich from September 9-12, 2025, with a press day on September 8. This event will allow visitors to see the latest technology innovations across four industry themes: safe, inspiring, connected, and autonomous. AUMOVIO represents the consolidation of Continental's automotive expertise into a new technology and electronics company focused on key technologies, as explained by AUM...

BorgWarner has announced numerous new contracts for its powertrain and thermal solutions, highlighting its role in supplying advanced automotive technologies. The company has secured a significant contract with a major East Asian original equipment manufacturer to provide wastegate turbochargers for 1.6-liter (L) engines used in hybrid electric vehicle sport utility vehicle applications in South Korea. This agreement, set to commence production in 2027 at BorgWarner's Pyongtaek, South ...

SiMa.ai has announced the next phase of its strategic collaboration with Synopsys to accelerate AI innovation within the automotive industry. This partnership aims to merge SiMa.ai's energy-efficient machine learning processing capabilities with Synopsys' automotive IP and design tools. The collaboration is focused on the development of advanced chiplet architectures and system-on-chip (SoC) designs specifically optimized for advanced driver assistance systems and in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) s...

Aurora Innovation announced that it has begun driverless commercial operations at night and opened a terminal in Phoenix. The company has expanded driverless operations on the Dallas-to-Houston route to include nighttime driving, effectively more than doubling truck utilization potential and significantly decreasing delivery times, which could lead to profitability in autonomous trucking. The company emphasized that autonomous trucks can enhance road safety, particularly at night when 37% of ...

German supplier ZF began production of its electric parking brake (EPB) system in India for the passenger vehicle sector, Autocar Professional reported July 31. The EPB system is being integrated into a new electric vehicle platform developed by an Indian original equipment manufacturer. This marks ZF's first introduction of this technology in India's passenger car market. As part of this collaboration, the company anticipates supplying several thousand units over the coming ...

In Shanghai, WeRide has gained regulatory approval to offer Level 4 autonomous robo-taxi ride-hailing services in collaboration with Chery Group and Jinjiang Taxi. This initiative was launched during the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2025, with robo-taxis now operational on public roads in the Pudong New Area. This development marks WeRide robo-taxi's expansion into its 10th city globally. During the WAIC, WeRide, Chery Group and Jinjiang Taxi introduced the only f...

JSW Motors and KPIT Technologies have announced a strategic partnership, focusing on the development of software and digital solutions for JSW Motors' new-energy vehicles portfolio. This collaboration aims to leverage KPIT Technologies' extensive expertise in software and systems development, showcasing its experience from over 2,000 global vehicle production programs, including software-defined vehicle programs. The partnership is intended to redefine the future of mobility in India, enhance cu...

At the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, Alibaba Group showcased various AI-driven innovations, including next-generation intelligent automotive cockpits, collaborations with global enterprises and its first AI-powered smart glasses. All of these advancements are powered by Alibaba's Qwen large language models, highlighting the transition of AI into practical applications across different sectors, such as automotive, facility management and consumer technology. Jing...

Schaeffler has introduced a hands-free access sensor that allows convenient, contactless access to vehicle trunks or sliding doors, suitable for various vehicle architectures. Based on radar technology, this sensor is integrated into the vehicle's bumper or chassis and is activated by a specific hand or foot motion. Volume production of the sensor has already begun for several major European automotive manufacturers, and Schaeffler sees potential growth in North America and mainland China. This ...

Ecarx Holdings Inc. has announced that its Cloudpeak cross-domain software stack is being used in the global launch of the Volvo EX30 Cross Country compact electric sport utility vehicle. The vehicle began sales in mainland China on July 17, following its initial launch in Europe in February. The Cloudpeak software stack is built on a unified global platform, allowing automakers to easily adapt products for different regional markets. In Europe, the software offers a Google Automotive Services-c...

The BMW Group Plant Steyr in Austria has commenced the series production of the electric engine for the Neue Klasse range of electric vehicles, marking a significant step for BMW's future. This production site in Austria is the first to produce the sixth-generation BMW eDrive (Gen6) electric engine, which is central to the Neue Klasse models. The e-engine production fulfills a promise made three years ago by BMW to enhance its production capabilities. Between the project's launch in 2022...

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has teamed up with the smart electric vehicle charging software platform, ev.energy, to enhance the sustainability and affordability of charging solutions for its customers. The collaboration includes a pilot program in the UK, where the integration of ev.energy’s software will be tested using 10 electric Jaguar I-PACE electric sport utility vehicles. During the pilot, ev.energy’s platform will connect with JLR’s vehicle connectivity system to intelligently ...

AiMotive and Socionext have entered into a license agreement allowing Socionext to utilize aiMotive's aiWare intellectual property and development tools for creating next-generation custom system-on-chips (SoCs) aimed at advanced driving assistance systems in the automotive sector. This collaboration highlights a strategic move for both companies as it seeks to enhance innovation in automotive AI technology. The partnership is designed to expedite the adoption of aiMotive's low-power, high-effic...

Plugzmart, an Indian Institute Of Technology-Madras (IIT Madras) incubated firm, has launched Relay, a pioneering multi-charging management system (multi-CMS) electric vehicle charging platform. This new platform enhances charger connectivity by enabling interactions with multiple networks simultaneously, thereby increasing uptime and accessibility. Relay allows EV users to access chargers via any app or network in real time, overcoming the current limitation where a charger is tied to a si...

Subaru has chosen HPE Cray XD670 servers to enhance its image recognition technology and AI capabilities to advance preventive safety. This deployment aids in optimizing AI algorithms and model training for the development of the next-generation EyeSight driver assist system, which is part of Subaru's goal of achieving zero fatal traffic accidents by 2030. The EyeSight system will utilize AI to accurately measure and classify objects in real-world driving scenarios, leveraging Subaru's long-stan...

U Power Ltd. announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Shandong Hi-Speed New Energy (SHNE) Group Ltd. and BOCOM International to develop a commercial electric vehicle battery-swapping ecosystem in Hong Kong. This collaboration aims to build, install and operate 50 smart, zero-carbon battery-swapping stations in key taxi operational areas in Hong Kong. SHNE will invest in the construction of these stations, while BOCOM will provide the necessary financing solutions. U Po...

V-Green Global Charging Station Development Corp. (V-Green) and Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Co. (Green GSM Philippines) have formed a strategic partnership with Manila Electric Co. (MERALCO) to enhance electric vehicle infrastructure in the Philippines. This collaboration is geared toward promoting green transportation and advancing the EV ecosystem in the country through the development of electric taxi services and a public charging station network. The agreement involves join...

Car IQ, a provider of vehicle-based payment technology, has partnered with BlueArrow Telematics, a provider of advanced connected fleet solutions, to introduce BlueArrow Pay — a next-generation digital payment platform designed to replace traditional fuel cards. This innovative solution enables vehicles to connect directly with merchants and autonomously complete transactions, streamlining payments across fuel, tolls and other vehicle-related expenses. BlueArrow Pay transforms the fleet pay...

Bosch has unveiled two new system-on-chips (SoCs), the SX600 and SX601, designed to support a variety of advanced driver assistance functions at SAE Level 2+ vehicle autonomy. These chips facilitate features such as automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control and lane-change assistance, which contribute to preventing accidents and enhancing driving safety. The chips incorporate a fully digital, fast-response phase-locked loop (PLL), which ensures high precision and flexibility, del...

Utility Global, a US-based company specializing in clean hydrogen technology, and ArcelorMittal, a leading global steel producer, have announced a collaboration to explore a clean hydrogen project at ArcelorMittal's Juiz de Fora facility in Minas Gerais, Brazil. The project is in the front-end engineering and design (FEED) phase, examining the application of Utility's H2Gen system, which uses blast furnace off-gas to produce hydrogen from water. The H2Gen system, a patented technology by Utility...

WeRide and Uber Technologies have expanded their robo-taxi operations to Al Reem and Al Maryah Islands in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in collaboration with the Integrated Transport Centre. This expansion aims to increase ride volumes by covering nearly half of Abu Dhabi's core areas, which also include Yas and Saadiyat, along with highway routes to Zayed International Airport. Since launching in Abu Dhabi in December 2024, the robo-taxi fleet of WeRide and Uber has tripled in size, with pla...

Vueron Technology, known for its AI-based lidar cognitive solutions, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Smart Radar System, a company specializing in 4D imaging radar, to collaborate on research and development and business initiatives in sensor fusion. Smart Radar Systems provides radio-frequency (RF) antenna design, hardware module fabrication, radar signal processing algorithms and software APIs, with its technology being utilized in sectors such as autonomous driving, robotics&nbs...

Magna is advancing vehicle safety with its comprehensive interior sensing systems aimed at protecting occupants and enhancing the driving experience. The Canadian supplier has been awarded or has commenced production of interior sensing systems for five original equipment manufacturer programs across North America, Europe and Asia, reflecting the growing importance of this technology for future driving. One prominent feature of Magna's interior sensing solution is the child presence detection...

Rivian has begun integrating North American Charging Standard (NACS)/Tesla connectors into its Rivian Adventure Network, allowing Tesla vehicles and other brands with NACS ports to utilize Rivian's charging facilities. The North American electric vehicle industry is transitioning to the NACS plug, originally advanced by Tesla and now adopted as an official SAE standard, moving away from J1772 and CCS plugs. This shift is influenced by former US President Biden's federal charging grants, which in...

Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the company has entered into a $16.5 billion multiyear agreement with Samsung for AI chips, as reported in a Reuters article dated July 28. Musk indicated that this is just the initial cost of the deal. According to Musk, Samsung's new Texas, US, fabrication facility will be dedicated to producing Tesla's next-generation AI6 chip, which will be used for Tesla's humanoid robot Optimus, fully autonomous vehicles and AI datacenters. Musk emphasized the str...

Lyft has announced plans to partner with Benteler Mobility to expand its autonomous vehicle footprint with the deployment of Holon GmbH's autonomous shuttles on its platform by 2026. Benteler Mobility, part of the larger Benteler Group known for its automotive and steel expertise, offers a comprehensive solution for managing autonomous vehicle fleets, focusing on safety, scalability and cost-efficiency. This partnership aims to integrate autonomous vehicles more seamlessly and cost-effectively i...

ChargePoint Holdings Inc. recently introduced a home-charging solution specifically for European company car fleets. This new solution, launched on July 2, integrates the Flex Plus charger with ChargePoint's Driver Management Solution, tackling the challenges associated with home charging for company vehicles, which make up 60% of new car sales in Europe. The Flex Plus is notable for being the first charger developed on ChargePoint's updated AC charging architecture and includes features such...

U Power Ltd., a Nasdaq-listed company providing AI-powered solutions for energy grids and transportation systems, has announced a strategic partnership with IoTeX, a blockchain platform. This collaboration involves IoTeX purchasing real-world assets (RWAs) issued by U Power and backed by corporate bonds. The partnership aims to support U Power's capital structure and further develop its proprietary electric vehicle battery-swapping technology, UOTTA, while enhancing its Web 3.0 AI-powered energy...

Researchers from TU Graz have developed an environmentally friendly protective housing for electric car batteries, using a wood-steel hybrid construction. This innovative design not only reduces the ecological footprint compared to traditional aluminum housings but also excels in safety experiments and simulations. In particular, the new housing performs better than the market standard in fire protection tests. Traditional battery enclosures, usually made from energy-intensive extruded alumin...

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has pledged A$44.9 million to support Calix in constructing a demonstration plant utilizing its Zero Emissions Steel Technology (ZESTY). This plant, powered by renewable electricity and hydrogen, aims to produce up to 30,000 metric tons of low-carbon hydrogen direct reduced iron (HDRI) and hot briquetted iron (HBI) annually, marking a significant step toward cleaner steel production. ZESTY incorporates Calix's proprietary Flash Calciner technolog...

Pony.ai, a company specializing in autonomous driving technology, has launched 24/7 robo-taxi operations in Guangzhou and Shenzhen in mainland China, expanding from its previous 15-hour daily services. In addition, the company has also extended its testing hours for robo-taxis in Beijing to a full 24 hours each day. This development is part of Pony.ai's broader efforts to enhance its presence in China. Pony.ai's autonomous driving system, known as the virtual driver, has surpas...

According to a press release dated July 25, SenseTime, an AI company, has partnered with Arcplus' East China Architectural Design & Research Institute (ECADI), a player in China's architectural design sector, through a strategic cooperation agreement signed in Shanghai. This partnership intends to merge SenseTime's advanced AI technology, especially its SenseNova large model, with ECADI's extensive engineering expertise. Together, they aim to apply AI throughout the entire building life cycl...

India's electric mobility sector is evolving beyond vehicles to include the supporting infrastructure crucial for their operation. The surge in electric vehicle adoption, notably in two-wheelers and passenger cars, also highlights the need to address challenges related to range, charging times and infrastructure accessibility, especially for commercial electric fleets where charging delays can impact revenue. Seafund supports startups such as Swapp Design, a company innovating in the batter...

As hydrogen-powered trucks face challenges such as extreme weather conditions, the high cost of fuel stacks remains a significant concern in the industry, where they account for 40%-60% of a vehicle's total cost. With declining subsidies, there is a pressing need for technological advancements to improve the performance, reliability and cost-efficiency of these vehicles. Shanghai Jichong Hydrogen Energy Technology Co. Ltd. recently made strides with the launch of its new MH290 metal plate stack,...

Austrian supplier ams OSRAM has collaborated with Marelli to supply high-resolution, digital headlights, featuring its EVIYOS HD25 intelligent multipixel LED solution for the Nio ET9 premium electric sedan. Ams OSRAM’s EVIYOS HD25 features a micro-LED matrix with 25,600 controllable pixels, enabling adaptive beam shaping and road-surface projections that enhance safety and communication between the vehicle, driver and environment. The EVIYOS HD25 offers strategic advantages for automot...

Diodes has introduced the AP74502Q and AP74502HQ, automotive-compliant 80-V ideal diode controllers designed for robust protection against reverse connections and voltage transients. These controllers are suitable for various applications, including advanced driver assistance systems, body control modules, infotainment systems, exterior lighting and USB charging ports. The devices enable the implementation of an efficient and responsive reverse polarity protection circuit with an integrated load...

In a press release on July 24, AEye announced the integration of its Apollo lidar into NVIDIA's DRIVE AGX platform, a component of NVIDIA's autonomous vehicle ecosystem. This integration allows AEye access to a global network of automakers collaborating with NVIDIA on implementing autonomous and driver assistance technologies, paving the way for AEye's technology to be incorporated into millions of passenger vehicles in the future. AEye CEO Matt Fisch expressed enthusiasm over the certif...

Wallbox, a global provider of electric vehicle charging and energy management solutions, has launched virtual power plants in California and New York through a partnership with Leap, a platform for building and scaling virtual power plants. This initiative is part of Wallbox Rewards, a smart charging program that allows Wallbox users to earn incentives by contributing to grid flexibility through their home EV chargers. The virtual power plants will aggregate energy capacity from residential c...

Vontier Corp., through its subsidiary Driivz, has partnered with Greenspot, an electric vehicle charging network operator, to deploy advanced EV charging and energy management software across Greenspot's international networks. This collaboration aims to improve the management of numerous EV chargers, enhancing reliability and sustainability. Driivz's software supports over 2,000 types of chargers and offers flexibility and scalability, along with end-to-end Level 1 support services to minimize ...

Chinese smart driving startup Momenta has made an investment in Zeron Truck, a domestic electric heavy-duty truck startup, signaling its expansion into the truck sector. Zeron has completed its Series A financing round worth 500 million yuan (about $70 million), with Momenta as one of the three lead investors. This marks Momenta's first engagement in the truck industry, building on its existing presence as a supplier of assisted driving solutions in the passenger car sector in China. Zeron wa...

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati in India have developed an eco-friendly composite material using "Bambusa tulda," a bamboo species from Northeast India, combined with biodegradable polymers. This composite, characterized by high strength, thermal stability, low moisture absorption and cost-effectiveness, presents a viable alternative to conventional plastics in automotive interiors. Led by Poonam Kumari, this development not only tackles plastic waste issues bu...

In a press release on July 23, Pony.ai announced that the seventh-generation (Gen-7) Beijing Automotive Industry Corp. (BAIC) robo-taxi model has started road testing in Beijing. This development marks significant progress toward large-scale production and commercial deployment for Pony.ai, an organization that specializes in autonomous mobility. The BAIC robo-taxi fleet is operating in a 225-square-kilometer High-Level Autonomous Driving Demonstration Zone in Beijing. Alongside the BAIC...

Aeva announced an expansion of its partnership with Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) to facilitate the commercialization of autonomous vehicles. This enhanced collaboration will focus on the increased production of Aeva's advanced 4D Lidar technology. DTNA is contributing additional non-recurring funding to support Aeva as it progresses toward series production. In response to rising demand, Aeva plans to boost its production capacity to 200,000 Lidar units annually, aiming to support a r...

The UK government has announced an additional £150 million investment to advance the nation's Connected and Automated Mobility (CAM) industry through the CAM Pathfinder program, which will run until 2030. This initiative seeks to tackle the challenges related to bringing CAM vehicles to market by providing funding to projects in the UK that are developing pioneering technologies, products and services, ranging from cutting-edge software to smart transportation solutions. The program aim...

In a press release dated July 23, MAHLE said that it is focusing on decarbonization through technology diversity as a strategic approach to rapidly and effectively reduce greenhouse gas emissions. MAHLE CEO Arnd Franz emphasized the need for technology diversity in regulations, advocating for the inclusion of sustainable internal combustion engines (ICEs) and climate-neutral fuels in European CO2 legislation. At IAA Mobility in Munich, MAHLE will showcase technologies aimed at accelerati...

Covestro has introduced its next-generation flame-retardant encapsulation polyurethane foam technology to address battery safety concerns in electric vehicles. Covestro's Baysafe BEF flame-retardant encapsulation foam series aims to reduce thermal propagation between battery cells, addressing safety concerns that impact consumer trust in EVs. The lightweight foam enhances flame-retardant performance by mitigating fire spread, improving battery safety for EVs and portable energy storage s...

Singapore-based Green Li-ion, a company specializing in hydrometallurgical lithium-ion battery recycling systems, has announced a binding offtake agreement with global trading firm WMC. This agreement involves the supply of nickel-cobalt-manganese (NCM) hydroxide materials produced at Green Li-ion's facility in Atoka, Oklahoma. The agreement with Amsterdam-based WMC, which also has offices in New York, Hong Kong and Switzerland, is set to last through 2030. Green Li-ion highlighted that this ...

Rivian has announced plans to establish a new AI and autonomous driving research hub in London. The US-based electric vehicle manufacturer aims to enhance its autonomy and AI capabilities, which support features such as its hands-free highway driving system. The new facility, Rivian’s first in the UK, will allow the company to tap into top AI talent in London to complement its growing team in Palo Alto, California. "We’re incredibly e...

Viam, an engineering platform specializing in data, AI and automation, has announced a partnership with the Swiss nuclear engineering company Transmutex. This collaboration aims to assist Transmutex in developing durable ion source systems to break down nuclear waste, addressing the challenge of managing long-lived radioactive waste by transforming it into shorter-lived isotopes. The project focuses on reducing unexpected shutdowns of ion sources, which can take up to five days to restart, ...

Brembo has entered a partnership with Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the world's largest producer of premium aluminum, to procure CelestiAL solar aluminum for use in its braking systems. The United Arab Emirates-based EGA produces CelestiAL aluminum using solar energy. This significantly reduces the emissions associated with aluminum smelting. Aluminum is a key raw material that Brembo uses in the production of its calipers, which, alongside the disc, represent its leading te...

Elektrobit, Infineon Technologies and HighTec EDV-Systeme have announced a strategic collaboration to accelerate automotive software innovation. This collaboration aims to integrate Rust applications with AUTOSAR Classic basic software. As ecosystem partners in Infineon's Drive Core for its AURIX microcontrollers (MCUs), HighTec and Elektrobit are launching a development bundle to simplify and speed up automotive software development. The bundle includes Elektrobit's EB tresos AutoCore and HighT...

As reported in a press release on July 22, Hailo announced the commercial availability of its second-generation AI accelerator, the Hailo-10H, designed for edge AI processors. This new AI processor, available for download and order from Hailo's website, supports generative AI workloads at the edge, marking it as the first market-accessible and orderable discrete AI processor for such tasks. Building on its predecessor, the Hailo-8, the Hailo-10H extends its capabilities to include large langu...

Pony.ai has announced that its Level 4 automotive-grade autonomous driving domain controller, featured in its seventh-generation robo-taxi fleet, has exceeded 2 million km in on-road testing, the company said in a press release on July 22. Introduced at the Shanghai Auto Show in April as a production-ready solution, the seventh-generation autonomous driving system is entirely composed of automotive-grade components, aiming for a life cycle of 10 years or 600,000 km. Significant cost reduction...

In a press release dated July 15, Waabi has introduced mixed reality testing (MRT) as an alternative to traditional closed-course testing for autonomous vehicles. While closed-course testing has been essential for evaluating vehicle safety, it faces several limitations, including the high resource demands and the inability to replicate a diverse range of real-world scenarios. Test tracks struggle to accurately simulate the variety of situations vehicles encounter on actual roads, making it chall...