Micron Technology announced that it has begun shipping qualification samples of its automotive-grade Universal Flash Storage (UFS) 4.1 solution to customers worldwide. The new storage platform delivers rapid data access, advanced reliability, and enhanced safety and security features for next-generation intelligent vehicles. With a bandwidth of 4.2 GB/s — twice that of the prior generation — Micron’s automotive UFS 4.1 accelerates AI workloads, powering in-cabin capabilities such as voice ...

Tesla is reportedly working on adding support for Apple's CarPlay system to its vehicles, according to sources familiar with the effort, reported Bloomberg. The company has begun internal testing, the sources said, asking not to be identified because the project remains confidential. CarPlay, widely available in most other automakers’ models, mirrors a customized version of the iPhone interface on the vehicle’s infotainment screen and is viewed by many drivers as essential. Tesl...

One year after its founding, Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies (RV Tech) is reporting strong progress in its mission to develop a next-generation software-defined vehicle (SDV) architecture. The joint venture has rapidly advanced the design of a state-of-the-art zonal electronic platform for future vehicles from both the Volkswagen Group and Rivian.  RV Tech is now preparing reference vehicles from the Volkswagen, Scout and Audi brands to begin winter testing in the first quarter ...

Location technology specialist TomTom has announced a renewed partnership with GeoInt, one of Africa’s leading provider of location-based services for industries including telematics, fleet and logistics, retail, finance, and insurance. The expanded agreement builds on more than 20 years of collaboration and will see GeoInt integrating TomTom’s latest APIs and map data to deliver resilient, scalable, and cost-efficient geospatial solutions across the continent. By leveraging TomTom’s ma...

The new Geely EX5, set to launch in the UK, serves as a testament to how Arm technology seamlessly combines performance, safety and connectivity on a single platform. The SiEngine StarEagle (SE1000) system-on-chip (SoC), at the core of the EX5, is built on Arm's Automotive Enhanced technologies, showing the benefits of close silicon partnerships in automotive innovation. This SoC houses Arm Cortex-A CPUs for application processing, Arm Cortex-R CPUs for real-time control, Arm Mali GPUs for high-...

The Volkswagen group is going hard on software, which is now considered a core competency for the German automaker. The company is shifting from hardware-first development to “vehicle development starting from software”—meaning that the software stack drives hardware architecture, features and lifecycle of vehicles. The company places strong emphasis on in-house software development and governance—increasing the share of software developed internally to strengthen IP, reduce supplier rel...

VI-grade, a provider of human-centric, simulation-driven vehicle development solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Italy's TUC.technology, a provider of patented modular connection systems for mobility. The collaboration will integrate TUC’s TUC.micro technology into VI-grade’s driving simulator platforms to deliver new levels of flexibility and realism for in-vehicle human-machine interface (HMI) development and evaluation. By combining VI-grade’s high-fidelity simulati...

Cubic3 has unveiled FleetWallet3, its next-generation AI-enabled in-vehicle payments platform designed to revolutionize how commercial fleets, car-sharing operators and automakers manage mobility and fuel payments. FleetWallet3 replaces physical fuel cards with a fully digital, secure and automated payment solution. It prevents fraud, ensures regulatory compliance and streamlines transactions — combining real-time vehicle data with intelligent payment automation, all without requiring add...

The SDV market is laying the groundwork for vehicles that are not only smarter but more responsive to the demands of today’s consumers. However, this shift is not just about keeping pace with consumer demands, it is also about fundamentally changing how automakers approach vehicle design and functionality, and consequently, their software strategies. SDVs are also rewriting the rules for how automakers and suppliers work together. The old original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-supplier model...

Toyota Motor North America is enhancing in-vehicle connectivity with the introduction of AT&T 5G in select model year 2026 Toyota vehicles. AT&T 5G will power Toyota Connected Services, supporting features such as navigation, remote operations, vehicle maintenance alerts, and safety and convenience functions. The upgrade will also enable over-the-air software updates, ensuring vehicles remain current with the latest features and system enhancements. With 5G, drivers can expect faste...

Toyota has announced its exploration into developing a small drone system to support vehicle operations on unpaved roads and trails. The Japanese automaker detailed the potential system in a filing with the Federal Aviation Administration, suggesting that it aims to enhance situational awareness in areas where exiting the vehicle might be unsafe. The company highlighted that this system could provide drivers with views of their surroundings, including potential hazards around and beneath the veh...

Mainland China’s state-run automakers have pinned hopes on their partnerships with Huawei to gain a solid foothold in the country’s highly competitive electric vehicle (EV) market. Under Huawei-backed Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA), mainland Chinese automakers have introduced a diverse range of EVs featuring Huawei’s smart vehicle technologies over the past three years. In late September, SAIC became the fifth automaker to join the auto alliance, following the footsteps of Se...

AutoSonix has announced the launch of its next-generation automotive intelligence platform, engineered to revolutionize how dealerships, auctions and warranty providers evaluate vehicles, manage risk and drive profitability. The platform introduces a data-driven approach to trade-ins, claims processing and inventory decisions — ushering in a new era of intelligence for the automotive ecosystem.  Harnessing the power of advanced AI, edge-based audio diagnostics, live OBD-II connect...

TomTom has announced the expansion of its collaboration with Hyundai AutoEver, the mobility software arm of Hyundai Motor Group. Under the renewed agreement, TomTom will continue to supply maps and integrate live services — including real-time traffic information and TomTom’s newly launched speed camera alerts — into Hyundai AutoEver’s navigation platforms. The services will support all Hyundai, Kia and Genesis vehicles in Europe for years to come. TomTom’s speed camera al...

Rivian has introduced several updates to enhance the autonomy system and ride comfort of its vehicles. Key improvements include advanced lane centering and expanded hands-free capabilities on highways. Alongside these updates, Rivian is rolling out a Schedule Recommendation feature to optimize charging times for Gen 1 and 2 vehicles. This feature allows vehicles to charge during off-peak hours, potentially reducing annual charging costs by up to 20% or more, with savings reaching up to $900 for ...

Volvo Cars has announced significant hardware and software upgrades to its EX90 model, including enhanced safety features and increased electrical capacity for the 2026 model year (MY) cars. The electric sport utility vehicle will benefit from an additional NVIDIA Drive AGX Orin processor, replacing the older NVIDIA Xavier chip, increasing its computational power to 500 trillion operations per second. This upgrade enables advanced safety capabilities through the car's lidar sensor, including ...

Volkswagen Group will invest up to €1 billion ($1.2 billion) in artificial intelligence (AI) by 2030, strengthening its position in the global technology race. Announced at the IAA Mobility 2025, the initiative focuses on AI-driven vehicle development, industrial applications, and expanding high-performance IT infrastructures. The goal: faster innovation cycles, greater efficiency, and enhanced competitiveness. “AI ignites the next stage of our journey to become the world’s leading auto...

At the 4th Semiconductor Summit during IAA Mobility in Munich, Volkswagen Group brought together industry leaders to outline its semiconductor procurement strategy, strengthen partnerships and foster deeper collaboration between the automotive and semiconductor sectors. A key highlight was the introduction of the group’s new-level procurement model with Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies, covering more than 50 semiconductor categories, including core components such as microcontroller...

Synopsys Inc.'s Silver virtual prototyping environment, which supports early software development and testing using virtual electronic control units (vECUs) across all unit types (electronic control units [ECUs], zonal control units [ZCUs] and central compute units [CCUs]), allows suppliers and original equipment manufacturers to integrate, test and debug software independently of hardware availability. By running embedded stacks on virtual hardware, Silver supports application, m...

The automotive industry is undergoing a digital transformation, and this trend is manifested nowhere more visibly than in the vehicle cockpit. Software-defined vehicles (SDVs) deploy dashboards with more digital instrumentation and fewer analogue gauges, thanks to their varied information requirements driven by higher levels of connectivity and autonomy, as well as a concerted push for a clean and minimalistic interior design. With the rise in connectivity and shared mobility use cases com...

Astemo Americas, a subsidiary of Japan-based automotive supplier Astemo Ltd., has announced a $95 million investment to establish a new regional headquarters complex in Wixom, Michigan. This development aims to address the growing software demands linked to advancements in autonomous driving and electrification within the automotive industry. Astemo plans to enhance its competitiveness in software-defined vehicle (SDV) technologies in both the US and Japan. The new headquarters is set to...

The automotive industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by advancements in software-defined vehicles (SDVs), connected car technologies, and the integration of artificial intelligence. DevOps practices are at the forefront of this evolution, enabling manufacturers to accelerate development cycles, enhance software quality and ensure compliance with stringent safety standards. The term DevOps is a combination of software development and operations. It is defined as a softwar...

Polestar has introduced a special edition of the globally popular geolocation game GeoGuessr, reimagined with a Polestar twist. GeoGuessr challenges millions of players to identify real-world locations using only visual clues. In the GeoGuessr Polestar Edition, players can explore Europe’s most scenic driving routes with a distinctive feature: Polestar 4’s digital rearview mirror, integrated at the top of the screen to show the world in reverse. “By incorporating Polestar...

Self-driving truck technology provider Aurora and McLeod Software have announced a strategic partnership to deliver the industry’s first Transportation Management System (TMS) designed for autonomous trucks. The collaboration is set to streamline how carriers adopt and operate self-driving freight, laying the groundwork for a seamless customer experience. Self-driving trucks promise to move freight safely, efficiently and continuously, enabling carriers to maximize asset utilization and rev...

Most vehicles are static past their first manufacture, aside from occasional map, infotainment or telematics updates. Additionally, most of the available software updates need to be performed by a service center or through a home computer with a USB drive or SD card, reducing the success rate of the update across fleets. This is where over-the-air (OTA) updates come into play. OTA updates allow automakers to remotely deliver software patches, new features, performance upgrades and security fi...

Kapsch TrafficCom and Audi of America have jointly unveiled a new report outlining how vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology can transform tolling and help close the funding gap for North American transportation infrastructure. With the US Highway Trust Fund projected to face a $280 billion shortfall by 2035, V2X-enabled tolling offers a scalable path to improve funding, safety and efficiency across road networks. The report also emphasized support from the US Federal Communications Commission ...

At the IAA Mobility 2025 show in Munich (Sept. 9–14), Elektrobit will present its growing portfolio of open-source and virtual development solutions designed to accelerate the journey toward software-defined vehicles (SDVs). From human-machine interface (HMI) and virtual prototyping to over-the-air (OTA) updates, cloud-native workflows, and safety-critical systems, Elektrobit is deeply involved in automotive software.  At the AUMOVIO booth, Hall B1.B01, Elektrobit will spotlight its ap...

The architectural shift driven by implementation of the SDV is one of the most transformative changes in automotive engineering in recent times. It involves moving from a distributed, hardware-centric system to a centralized, software-defined and upgradable vehicle architecture. One of the key promises of SDVs is the ability to deliver over-the-air (OTA) software updates, introduce new functions and enable faster vehicle improvements and fixes throughout the vehicle’s life cycle via central...

iNavi Systems, a South Korean provider of map platforms for mobility and autonomous driving, entered into a global solution provider agreement with TomTom. Under the partnership, iNavi will integrate TomTom’s global map and traffic data into its own solutions, building on TomTom’s advanced location technologies and routing capabilities. The collaboration aims to power a range of mobile and web-based applications. iNavi plans to use this partnership to expand globally, offering customized ...

Private equity firm Genstar Capital is considering a sale of OEConnection (OEC), the automotive software company co-owned by Ford and General Motors (GM), in a deal that could value the business at up to $5 billion, including debt, according to sources familiar with the matter, Reuters reported Aug. 4. Genstar Capital has engaged Evercore as its financial adviser for the potential sale, which is expected to officially launch later in 2025. The sources, who requested anonymity due to th...

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...

Sibros, a company specializing in software-defined vehicle data management solutions, appointed Rolf Zoeller to its advisory board. Zoeller held leadership roles at major companies such as Porsche AG, Volkswagen and Continental. Previously, he was the managing director of Porsche Digital, where he was responsible for the company's global digital vehicle strategy and smart mobility innovations. Zoeller also held positions as chief architect Car-IT and director of smart connected vehicle electric/...

BYD has announced the rollout of a new smartphone-car connectivity feature across its entire vehicle portfolio, Reuters reported. The system is compatible with major mainland Chinese smartphone brands, including Huawei, Xiaomi, Oppo and Vivo, signaling BYD’s deepening integration of consumer technology into its vehicles. This move underscores BYD’s commitment to enhancing the digital in-car experience and reflects a broader shift in the global automotive industry, where connectivity is fa...

Honda Motor and Nissan Motor are in advanced discussions to standardize core vehicle software, The Nikkei reported. The move aims to close the gap with US-based Tesla and leading mainland Chinese electric vehicle players. The two Japanese automakers plan to launch vehicles equipped with the jointly developed software by the late 2020s. The collaboration follows alliance talks in December 2024 to form the world’s third-largest auto group. While those talks fell through due to disagreements o...

With the support of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (Verband der Automobilindustrie [VDA]), 11 Europe-based automotive companies have entered a pre-competitive cooperation for open-source software development, signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at the 29th International Automotive Electronics Congress (AEK). These companies are BMW, Bosch, Continental, ETAS, Forvia, Mercedes-Benz, Qorix, Valeo, Vector Informatik, Volkswagen and ZF. The collaboration involves open-so...

Rinf Tech, a global technology provider specializing in software engineering, embedded systems and automotive solutions, has joined the Connected Vehicle Systems Alliance (COVESA). This move strengthens Rinf Tech’s dedication to fostering open standards and industry-wide collaboration in the rapidly evolving world of connected and software-defined vehicles. COVESA is a member-driven global alliance focused on accelerating the development of shared technologies and frameworks for connected m...

Xperi has highlighted the transformative potential of its HD Radio technology for terrestrial broadcasting in India during the Broadcast Engineering Society (BES) Expo 2025 in New Delhi. Drawing on over 20 years of successful deployment in North America, HD Radio offers an efficient, scalable, high-quality digital broadcasting solution suited to India's evolving media and automotive landscape. A vehicle equipped with HD Radio was showcased at the expo, highlighting adoption by leading global aut...

Business communications management provider 46 Labs has announced a strategic partnership with Mozee, a provider of modular agile transit (MAT) services. Through this collaboration, 46 Labs will provide mobile communications infrastructure to help expand Mozee’s fleet of driverless, electric multi-passenger vehicles.  46 Labs’ dedicated, secure and custom infrastructure is designed to minimize risk and ensure continuity even during broader industry outages. The platform also enables ...

Cadillac is set to enhance the driving and ownership experience for its customers in Australia and New Zealand with the introduction of Cadillac Connected Services. This initiative, launched on 25 June 2025, will offer a suite of digital capabilities including connected infotainment and over-the-air updates, all accessible via the Cadillac Mobile App. These features will be rolled out in the region from late 2025, starting with the Cadillac LYRIQ, which is currently available for sale. Additiona...

To understand consumer sentiment toward S&P Global Mobility’s technology forecasts, the Connected Car and Consumer Insights research teams conduct an annual consumer survey that serves as a quantitative input to these forecasts. By asking vehicle owners of certain model years a series of questions to gauge activation decisions, subscription lengths and costs, feature desirability and willingness to pay, analysts are able to develop the ‘Feature Desirability & Willingness to Pay’...

Faraday Future has announced FF AI 2.0, an upgrade to its AI-powered in-car operating system (OS), for its flagship FF 91 EV that was launched in 2023. FF AI 2.0 is deeply integrated with OpenAI and is scheduled to be available on the FF 91 via an upcoming over-the-air (OTA) update, with a planned rollout for the FX line in the future. This release of the FF AI 2.0 system can switch between over 50 languages in real time, remembers conversational context, and understands complex comman...

In a press release on June 19, Helm.ai announced the launch of Helm.ai Vision, a production-grade urban perception system intended for Level 2+ and Level 3 autonomous driving in mass-market vehicles. This system provides automakers with a scalable and cost-effective solution tailored for urban driving. The company has met notable standards as assessed by UL Solutions, achieving ASPICE Capability Level 2 for its engineering processes and certification to ISO 26262 ASIL-B(D) requirements for ce...

Software-defined vehicles are reshaping the automotive landscape, merging technology with connectivity and security. This analysis originally debuted on the Fuel for Thought podcast, where Manuel Tagliavini, Principal Analyst for SDV and Software, engaged in a compelling discussion with moderator Guido Vildozo, Associate Director of Automotive Consulting at S&P Global. Click the link above to download the whole article.

Indian automaker Mahindra has chosen Cinemo as its infotainment solutions technology provider. Cinemo is set to power bring-your-own-device (BYOD) infotainment capabilities for Mahindra’s range of electric sport utility vehicles. For its modular INGLO platform and intelligence suite (Mahindra Artificial Intelligence Architecture [MAIA]), Mahindra selected Cinemo's CARS Connect suite to enable premium digital media experiences on brought-in devices. The project advanced from kick-off to product...

Mainland Chinese automaker Xpeng said it has developed chips for autonomous driving that are more powerful than NVIDIA’s products, and it expects Volkswagen (VW) and other rivals to be customers, Financial Times reported June 12. He Xiaopeng, Xpeng’s co-founder and CEO, said it was working to integrate its self-designed Turing AI chip into select Volkswagen car models slated for launch in mainland China in 2026. He added that talks with Volkswagen and other companies about using the chips...

The automotive sector is experiencing a seismic shift, with software-defined vehicles (SDVs) leading the charge. These vehicles use advanced software to improve functionality, enabling features such as over-the-air updates and real-time data analytics. While this shift aims to enhance user experience, it also presents challenges, especially in integrating new technologies into existing organizational frameworks. In this interview with S&P Global Mobility, Henry Bzeih, chief software offic...

Applied Intuition, a provider of vehicle intelligence services, and OpenAI are collaborating to advance next-generation, AI-powered vehicle experiences. With nearly 100 million new vehicles produced globally each year, this collaboration aims to transform and elevate the driving experience globally by integrating intelligence into every vehicle. The collaboration between Applied Intuition and OpenAI will focus on transforming the modern vehicle into an intelligent companion integrated with th...

LDRA, a provider of automated software verification, traceability and standards compliance, announced it has joined both the Renesas Ready Partner Network and the R-Car Consortium. This collaboration expands LDRA's support to include system development using Renesas R-Car system-on-a-chip (SoCs), microprocessors (MPUs) and microcontrollers (MCUs) that must comply with industrywide functional safety and cybersecurity standards. The Renesas Ready Partner Network curates trusted technology partn...

P3 digital services, a provider of in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) technology, partnered with VNC Automotive to bring innovative connectivity solutions to the SPARQ OS IVI system based on Android Automotive OS (AAOS). Through this collaboration, automakers using the SPARQ OS platform can now offer VNC Automotive’s Cobalt Link+ solution that seamlessly integrates smartphone functionality into the connected vehicle environment. Cobalt Link+ enables user interface mirroring of the smartphone, al...

A leading automotive original equipment manufacturer, some Tier-1 suppliers and semiconductor manufacturers, along with ecosystem partners, announced the formation of the OpenGMSL Association, an initiative uniting industry leaders to establish serializer/deserializer (SerDes) transmission of video and/or high-speed data as an open, worldwide standard across the automotive ecosystem. The OpenGMSL Association is a non-profit entity with its own independent board of directors and encourages global...

VIA Optronics AG, a supplier of interactive display solutions, and Autolink Information Technology have announced the formation of a new joint venture, Wuxi Turing Intelligent Display Technology Co. Ltd. (Turing). As previously announced, VIA and Autolink intend to expand their respective business scopes by sharing resources in various areas and leveraging their complementary strengths. Together, the companies plan to offer combined capabilities and capacities for automotive system solutions, fo...

Cadillac has redefined luxury mobility with the launch of the all-new XT4. The small sport utility vehicle model offers an enhanced in-cabin experience crafted to resonate with today’s empowered drivers, merging style with substance. At the core of this innovation is Cadillac’s collaboration with Kanzi One, a leading global platform for human-machine interface (HMI) from Rightware, a Finland-based company. Together, they have developed a next-generation e-cockpit that harmoniously blends ...

HAAS Alert has announced a strategic partnership with Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America (MEAA). Under this partnership, the latter's FLEXConnect in-cabin monitoring system will integrate with HAAS Alert's Safety Cloud to provide an extra level of protection for drivers.  Safety Cloud technology, which is embedded in compatible Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Volkswagen vehicles, as well as Apple Maps and Waze navigation apps, improves roadway safety by instantly alerting drivers to a...

Stellantis and Amazon have decided to end a collaboration on new in-car software, Reuters reported May 28. The partnership dates back to 2022, part of a wide-ranging agreement that also saw Stellantis pick Amazon Web Services as its cloud platform for new vehicles and Amazon sign on as the first customer for Ram's fully electric ProMaster electric vehicle van. A key aspect of the partnership was to build a software platform for new Stellantis vehicles called STLA SmartCockpit. Meant to debut ...

The biennial Auto Shanghai 2025 has emerged as a showcase for an array of technologies that blend hardware with software, effectively blurring the lines of traditional automotive classifications. Over the last decade, the event has matured into a pivotal global stage for both local debuts and international launches. Yet, the conspicuous absence of several key brands suggests a potential transformation within the industry. For the first time since 2002, major Korean automakers Hyundai, Kia, an...

Red Hat announced that its in-vehicle operating system (OS) has achieved functional safety certification as a Safety Element out-of-Context (SEooC) against the ISO 26262 Edition 2, 2018- Level ASIL-B standard. Slated for full release in the third quarter of 2025, the in-vehicle OS now delivers a certified, open source platform that meets the stringent risk management and safety requirements of the automotive industry for in-vehicle, operator-critical computer systems. Built upon the robust an...

The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) announced that it has released a new Compliance Test Specification (CTS) software model for its DisplayPort Automotive Extensions (DP AE) specification. Featuring more than 500 tests for functional safety and security compliance testing, the new, fully executable Linux C-model provides support for end-to-end automotive display functional safety (FuSa) and security. Designed to support the latest versions of DisplayPort (version 2.1a) and Embedde...

KPIT Technologies has announced it will acquire automotive benchmarking company Caresoft Global's carved-out Engineering Solutions business, which is especially focused on off-highway and truck and bus segments globally. Caresoft Global will continue to strengthen its Automotive vertical while partnering with KPIT to expand its benchmarking and cost reduction business into new areas such as software benchmarking, creating unique market differentiators, and jointly exploring downstream implementa...

Appotronics unveiled its Lingjing intelligent automotive optical system at the Auto Shanghai 2025. Lingjing is a comprehensive solution enabling dynamic projections on any vehicle surface, both interior and exterior, including windshields, dashboards, seats, and windows. The system delivers high-luminance lighting and interactive displays, transforming vehicles into responsive 'digital emotional spaces' that adapt to occupants' needs in real time. The system spans seven key application scenar...

LG Electronics and MediaTek are showcasing their Android-based concurrent multiuser (CMU) framework applied to in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems at the Auto Shanghai 2025. The CMU framework is the first of its kind to be implemented on Google's Android Automotive OS (AAOS). This solution enables passengers to simultaneously use multiple displays on a single Android OS, addressing the growing need for enhanced in-vehicle content consumption as displays become larger and more diverse in the so...

Elektrobit has announced a strategic partnership with Metoak, a Chinese provider of intelligent driving solutions. The collaboration leverages Elektrobit’s EB corbos Linux for Safety Applications and Metoak’s high-performance chips and intelligent driving algorithms to accelerate the large-scale adoption and ecosystem evolution of software-defined vehicle (SDV) technology. The first mass production project under this partnership has entered its initial phase, focusing on breakthroughs in ...

At Auto Shanghai 2025, Mercedes-Benz is showcasing a range of China-specific vehicles and technologies, emphasizing its technical expertise and dedication to its largest market. The event coincides with the 20th anniversary of Mercedes-Benz's local production and technological initiatives in China, where it also operates its most comprehensive research and development hub outside of Germany. Oliver Thöne, who recently succeeded Hubertus Troska as the board of management member responsible ...

Novelic, a European short-range radar technology provider, is set to showcase its automotive sensors for the Chinese market at Auto Shanghai 2025. Novelic’s ASPER200 is a 79-GHz short-range exterior radar module, meant for passenger vehicles, motorcycles, as well as commercial, transportation and construction vehicles. The module covers a field of view (FOV) of 180 degrees using a single radar chip, observing an entire side of the vehicle with only one module. This radar module fulfills man...

Kia Europe has developed Kia Soundscapes, an experiment that translates landscapes into symphonic compositions. In collaboration with the marketing agency Innocean Berlin and music company DaHouse, this project enables passengers with visual impairments to experience the beauty of road trips in new ways.  Research shows that music activates the visual cortex in individuals who are blind. This area of the brain is typically reserved for sight and perception. Inspired by this, Kia Sou...

Hyundai Motor Group introduced its new mobility software brand Pleos at its 2025 developer conference held on March 28, marking a pivotal shift toward becoming a mobility technology company. Pleos, combining the Greek word "pleo" for "more" and OS for operating system, is designed to support autonomous movement and smart management of all mobile devices, connecting transportation and infrastructure to create a more efficient mobility environment. Specifically, Pleos aims to enhance the i...

Polestar has announced updates for the model year 2026 Polestar 2, focusing on advanced features and technology. Enhancements include the integration of a new Qualcomm Snapdragon processor chip, which elevates the performance of the car's infotainment system by offering faster download speeds, quicker in-app reactions, enhanced center display responsiveness and smoother overall performance. Additionally, Polestar 2 now presents an option for a top-tier Bowers & Wilkins audio system, featurin...

China reportedly plans to launch 30 pilot projects in nine cities that would use the country's growing fleet of electric vehicles as batteries to shore up power supply on the grid during spikes in demand, according to a government announcement on April 2. The move comes after the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) issued rules in 2024 to strengthen the integration of new-energy vehicles with the grid amid concerns that the rapid adoption of EVs in the country could overwhelm the p...

Kia has introduced a comprehensive update for its model year 2022 and above vehicles, focusing on enhancing the overall user experience with a suite of new features for its all-electric EV3 sport utility vehicle, alongside improvements across connectivity, voice control, entertainment and navigation. This update is notable for introducing an AI voice assistant specifically designed for the EV3, signaling Kia's commitment to integrating advanced technology into its offerings. Among the updat...

ŠKODA has announced a new feature called the ŠkodAlert system for Elroq and Enyaq owners. This optional feature allows owners to send messages to each other by utilizing the vehicles' illuminated Tech-Deck face, an element of ŠKODA's modern design language. The Tech-Deck face, composed of LED pixels, displays messages programmed by the owners, with the system recognizing the intended recipient through their vehicle's key fob radio frequency IDs. Owners can create personalized messages up t...

Vecttor, a subsidiary of the Cabify group, is integrating the Keyless digital key solution. Provided by Geotab and included in Telefónica Tech's portfolio, the Keyless solution allows vehicles to be accessed and started via a mobile device, thus eliminating the need for physical key exchanges among drivers. This innovation, compatible with all car brands and models that have remote keys including electric and hybrid ones, aims to provide a safer, more convenient driving experience and offe...

As part of the shift to software-defined vehicles (SDVs), cloud computing has become a strategic extension of the vehicle-embedded systems computing. As a part of the cloud ecosystem, a collection of components work together to create a comprehensive experience for end vehicle users. These components include telematics, connectivity, infotainment, remote control and monitoring, software and firmware updates, data analytics, cybersecurity, and autonomous and connected features. The goal of an ...

The Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) has announced its CCC Digital Key certification program now includes coverage for Bluetooth low energy (BLE) and ultra-wideband (UWB) technologies. This expansion builds on the existing certification, which addresses the near-field communication (NFC) components of a digital key solution, and will incorporate additional functionalities, such as remote access, passive entry and passive start. The inclusion of BLE and UWB in the program ensures that digital...

Li Auto has become one of the first automakers in the world to open-source its vehicle operating system, named Halo OS. According to Li Xiang, chairman and CEO of Li Auto, Halo OS outperforms the widely recognized proprietary AUTOSAR system in terms of overall performance. This development comes as a response to the challenges faced by the global automotive industry, including the chip shortage experienced in 2020 and the limitations imposed by closed-source operating systems in chip adaptation ...

Silvaco Group, a provider of electronic design automation (EDA) software, has announced that Faraday Technology Corp., a provider of application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) design services, has selected Silvaco's FlexCAN intellectual property (IP) to establish a robust networking backbone for its latest automotive ASIC design.  Silvaco’s FlexCAN controller is compliant with ISO 11898-1 and supports controller area network with flexible data-rate (CAN-FD), which de...

At the NVIDIA GTC conference in San Jose, California, NVIDIA highlighted the use of its AI technologies in advancing the mobility industry, encompassing passenger vehicles, trucks and autonomous systems. The company unveiled Halos Safety for autonomous vehicles, emphasizing the collaboration with leading automakers such as General Motors and Volvo Cars. These automakers utilize NVIDIA's diverse platforms such as DGX for AI model training, Omniverse and Cosmos for simulation, and DRIVE AGX for in...

REE Automotive Ltd., a company specializing in the development and production of software-defined electric vehicles, has entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) with an unnamed global technology firm focused on new mobility solutions for both passenger and freight transport. This partnership, projected to be formalized into a definitive long-term collaboration agreement by the end of 2025, aims to usher in a new era of autonomous driving vehicles, leveraging REE's P7 platfor...

Volvo Cars is advancing its safety software development, including driver assistance systems, through the use of AI to create highly realistic virtual environments. This innovative approach allows the company to analyze and reconstruct incidents using data from advanced sensors in its new cars, exploring scenarios in ways that were not previously possible. The technique employed, known as Gaussian splatting, enables the creation of detailed 3D scenes from real-world visuals. This can significant...

California-based Faraday Future (FF) recently hosted its inaugural Open AI Day at its Los Angeles headquarters, highlighting its AI strategy, products and technological innovations. The event, which drew AI experts, potential future talents and FF employees, marked the announcement of Future AIHER, a new subsidiary focused on the development and commercialization of AI extended range and AI hybrid extended-range electric powertrain systems. Future AIHER aims to provide solutions for FF and poten...

Audi has integrated the DAZN sports streaming service into its vehicles, marking itself as arguably the first carmaker to do so. This integration will enable Audi passengers and drivers to access live sports, highlights and documentaries directly from the vehicle's MMI touch display, providing a unique viewing experience during charging breaks. The DAZN app can be utilized on the 14.5-inch MMI touch display and the 10.9-inch passenger display, offering a variety of content including sports event...

AI is now a necessity in the automotive industry. From autonomous driving systems that promise seamless travel to in-cabin technologies that personalize our journeys, AI has become  a catalyst for accelerating the integration of new revolutionary technologies into vehicles. Until recently, there had been a prevailing notion that developing leading-edge large language models (LLMs) require significant technical and financial resources. That notion, however, stands disrupted now by a Chine...

Rivian is set to offer its R1S and R1T owners the opportunity to enhance their vehicles' driving range and performance through paywalls and over-the-air (OTA) upgrades. Specifically, the refreshed dual-motor versions of these electric vehicles will have access to a Performance upgrade, as shared by RivianTrackr and confirmed by Rivian's software leader Wassym Bensaid. This upgrade, accessible via the vehicles' infotainment screen, enhances power and torque significantly, reduces acceleration tim...

Soracom, an internet of things platform provider with full mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) capability, has announced its participation in the Automotive Edge Computing Consortium (AECC) showcase within the Demonstration Area of the GSMA Open Gateway at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025. AECC is an industrywide consortium that defines new network requirements for connected car data communication and promotes technological innovations necessary for next-generation mobility. At MWC 20...

Automotive Grade Linux (AGL), an initiative aimed at creating an open-source platform for software-defined vehicles (SDVs), has welcomed Seafarix as its new Bronze member. AGL is anchored by The Linux Foundation and collaborates with automakers, suppliers and technology companies to propel the development and wide adoption of a wholly open software framework for vehicle technology, spanning from infotainment systems to autonomous driving capabilities. Dan Cauchy, a representative from AGL, empha...

Hyundai Motor Group is gearing up for its developer conference, Pleos 25, scheduled to take place at COEX in Seoul, South Korea, on March 28. The Group aims to introduce Pleos, its new software brand designed to revolutionize smart and sustainable mobility solutions, along with a self-managed, fully autonomous transportation infrastructure. Pleos is set to enhance connectivity and data integration across various movements and devices, opening up new opportunities in the mobility landscape. ...

Polestar has announced its ongoing commitment to enhancing the Polestar 3 throughout its life cycle with comprehensive updates. Since the delivery of the first Polestar 3 in June 2024, the company has introduced nine software updates to this flagship sport utility vehicle and has released more than 30 over-the-air (OTA) software updates across its product range since the launch of the Polestar 2 in 2020. The latest OTA update for the Polestar 3 includes new features such as walk-away locking and...

AI is now a necessity in the automotive industry. From autonomous driving systems that promise seamless travel to in-cabin technologies that personalize our journeys, AI is a catalyst for change. Insights from S&P Global Mobility’s 2025 Supplier Outlook highlight how AI can change vehicles and the entire automotive ecosystem. By analyzing user behaviors, AI can adjust settings and keep track of driver alertness, moving maintenance from a reactive to a proactive approach. This enhances f...

Volvo's soon-to-be-revealed ES90 is software defined and is designed to continuously evolve and improve through core computing technology, constant connectivity and data. Equipped with a dual NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin configuration, the ES90 is being touted as Volvo's most powerful car ever in terms of core computing capacity.  DRIVE AGX Orin is NVIDIA’s core computer for intelligent cars that orchestrates various essential systems and processes inside the car at ultra-fast speeds. With a ...

Among the many product unveilings and demonstrations held at the CES 2025 last month, an important announcement was made in the realm of software-defined vehicles (SDV) when Karma Automotive announced a collaboration with Intel Corporation for joint development of an SDV architecture that is expected to underpin Karma’s future electric vehicle models. First to potentially utilize the new architecture will be the Karman Kaveya super coupe, due out in 2026, followed by the production version of ...

A Tesla Cybertruck owner in Florida experienced a significant malfunction with the vehicle's Full Self-Driving (FSD) mode, leading to an accident. The owner, Jonathan Challinger, had activated the FSD v13 mode, expecting the vehicle to make a turn. However, the Cybertruck failed to recognize the need to turn and instead continued straight, crashing into an electric pole. This incident was shared on the social media platform X by Challinger, where it quickly went viral. He highlighted the mistake...