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Taiwanese technology company Foxconn has started operations at its new research and development center focused on electric vehicles and associated technologies in Zhengzhou, located in mainland China. The local government announced that the facility is positioned close to BYD's factory in Zhengzhou and will concentrate on advancements in next-generation electric and electrical architecture, as well as smart driving technology. Li Guangyao, the general manager of a Henan, mainland China-bas...

Ford Motor and Geely Auto are in discussions about a potential partnership to share the costs of technology and manufacturing. Geely may use Ford's European factory to produce vehicles for the European market, according to a Reuters report. Additionally, the companies are considering a framework for sharing automotive technologies, including autonomous driving. Progress on the European manufacturing negotiations appears to be smoother, with Ford's plant in Valencia, Spain, likely being con...

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Monta, a leading electric vehicle charging software solutions provider, has launched Monta AI, an operational intelligence layer integrated into its platform, designed to proactively identify issues and provide actionable recommendations. The new AI feature also allows operators to query various aspects, such as performance, pricing, expansion and energy, in natural language without additional cost to customers. Monta AI continuously analyzes network operations to surface insig...

Porsche Engineering has developed advanced charging management systems that can enable carmakers to enter the market quickly with intelligent charging functions for electric vehicles.  High-voltage charging management is critical for customer satisfaction in plug-in hybrids and EVs. It handles various tasks such as detecting charging power, vehicle authentication, infrastructure communication and data provisioning for mobile apps, ensuring a reliable and convenient charging process under...

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CES 2026 marked a clear shift in the automotive industry’s priorities. With demand for EVs softening and regulatory and cost pressures mounting, automakers and suppliers used the CES tech conference to emphasize automotive technology like artificial intelligence (AI) rather than electrification. Their focus moved to so-called physical and context-aware AI—systems that interpret real-world conditions in real time—positioning cars as software-defined vehicles rather than fixed hardware.

Hyundai Mobis announced that it is developing a 5G wireless communication-based antenna-integrated telematics solution, known as the Multi-function Telematics Control Unit (MTCU), to enhance its presence in the automotive electronics business within the mobility sector. This solution leverages 5G communication technology to offer advanced telematics services, which integrate information and communication technology into vehicles, providing features such as driving route guidance, accident and th...

Nodar, a company specializing in ultrawide-baseline stereo vision for autonomous systems and intelligent machines, has introduced its software-only 3D perception products. Previously, Nodar's patented stereo vision algorithms were available only through integrated development kits, but the new Nodar software development kit (SDK) now offers them as licensable, software-only products. This allows original equipment manufacturers and developers to evaluate, integrate and deploy long-rang...

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CES 2026 marked a clear shift in the automotive industry’s priorities. With demand for electric vehicles (EVs) softening and regulatory and cost pressures mounting, automakers and suppliers used the CES tech conference to emphasize automotive technology like artificial intelligence (AI) rather than electrification. Their focus moved to so-called physical and context-aware AI—systems that interpret real-world conditions in real time—positioning cars as software-defined vehicles rather than ...

DENSO plans to invest $69 million in constructing an advanced logistics center in Lebanon, Tennessee, which will retain 100 jobs in the area and enhance the company's operations and competitiveness in North America. The 280,000-square-foot facility is scheduled to begin construction in summer 2026 and open in spring 2027, replacing DENSO's current Wilson County, Tennessee, operations with a larger, technologically advanced space. The phased transition will ensure continuity for DENSO's workforce...

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Porsche Engineering is deploying AI (AI tools) to reduce switching losses in power transistors by up to 95%. The potential for reducing losses in electric vehicle inverters through intelligent actuation of power transistors can directly enhance the efficiency and range of EVs. Power transistors within inverters experience line losses and switching losses. These losses can be minimized using intelligent soft-switching techniques, particularly zero-voltage switching (ZVS), which reduces&nb...

Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) kicked off Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 with a preview of its electric vehicle future, world-premiering the AFEELA Prototype 2026 and confirming US deliveries for the AFEELA 1 EV later in 2026. The announcements spotlight SHM's push to redefine EVs as Creative Entertainment Spaces, blending advanced AI, entertainment and seamless driving for electric mobility. At a pre-CES press conference, SHM positioned the AFEELA 1 pre-production model as its first EV...

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Leapmotor, a leading manufacturer of new-energy vehicles (NEVs), has secured a significant investment from China FAW Group, marking a notable instance of a mainland Chinese state-owned automaker investing in an NEV startup. According to a regulatory filing, Leapmotor has signed an agreement on Dec. 28 with FAW Equity Investment, a wholly owned subsidiary of China FAW, to issue 74,832,245 domestic shares at 50.03 yuan (about $7.13) per share, raising 3.74 billion yuan. The newly rais...

Zeekr Group has finalized its merger with leading mainland Chinese automaker Geely Automobile Holdings, becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of the latter and ceasing to be a publicly traded company. Following the merger, Zeekr has requested the NYSE to suspend trading of its American Depositary Shares (ADS) by Dec. 22, 2025, and to notify the SEC of its delisting and deregistration of securities. This merger is part of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group's broader restructuring strategy, which aims t...

Hyundai Motor Group has announced executive appointments for 2026, aiming to accelerate its transformation into a software-driven mobility group and bolster its leadership in technology and research and development. The appointments focus on promoting experts in key business areas to address global uncertainties. Manfred Harrer will become president and head of the R&D Division, enhancing Hyundai's software-defined vehicle  (SDV) competitiveness through collaboration in software domains...

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Automotive component suppliers demonstrated resilience during the first nine months of 2025 (January–September), navigating a period of moderating top-line growth while effectively enhancing profitability, compared to the strong performance in the corresponding period of 2024. While overall revenue growth decelerated from the double-digit pace observed earlier, the industry managed to expand its collective operating margins, reflecting a strong focus on operational efficiencies and cost manage...

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The automotive industry faces renewed turbulence as the Nexperia chip shortage disrupts supply chains already strained since the 2021–2022 crisis. While the industry is only now closing out the latest shortage episode linked to Nexperia components, a more disruptive challenge is emerging: a potential shortage of automotive DRAM chips beginning in the first quarter of 2026. Suppliers are increasingly reallocating wafer capacity toward high bandwidth memory (HBM) for AI data centers, where profi...

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German luxury-car maker Mercedes-Benz is investing €55 million in establishing its first research and development center in Hungary. Péter Szijjártó, minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, government of Hungary, announced that Mercedes-Benz's investment in the city of Kecskemét will include early hardware and software development, with prototype testing to soon begin. The technologies developed at the newly opened R&D center will be used in new electric p...

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Magna International Inc. reported its financial results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, with sales reaching $10.5 billion, a 2% increase from the same period in 2024, according to an Oct. 31 earnings release. The rise in sales was driven by new program launches, a favorable foreign exchange rate shift against the US dollar, and a 3% increase in global light vehicle production. However, these gains were partly offset by the conclusion of certain production programs, reduced vehicle assem...

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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...

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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...

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Review all the highlights from IAA Mobility 2025 held in Munich, Germany.

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Tata Motors, India's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has achieved a significant milestone in promoting zero-emission mobility by installing over 25,000 public charging stations for electric small commercial vehicles (e-SCVs). These stations are strategically located in more than 150 cities in India, including major urban areas such as Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai and Hyderabad, enhancing the range confidence, operational efficiency and earnings of last-mile delivery ope...

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Xpeng, a Chinese electric-car maker, is showcasing its latest advancements at the ongoing IAA Mobility 2025, where it is also marking the European debut of the Next P7. Xpeng's new-generation Next P7 electric vehicle highlights the company's capabilities in AI technology, intelligent driving systems and high-performance engineering, and demonstrates its expanding global reach. In parallel, Xpeng has also announced that it plans to open its first European research and development ...

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Ford signed a partnership with Octopus Energy's electric vehicle charging platform, Electroverse, to enhance its public charging facilities for both private and commercial customers, according to a Sept. 2 press release. The collaboration between the two companies, which was announced on the sidelines of the Interchange Network Conference in Berlin, will allow Ford customers to access over 1 million public chargers starting in October by downloading the Electroverse app and linking ...

Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala, Minister of Industry and Trade Lukáš Vlček, and Toyota Motor Europe President Yoshihiro Nakata announced the production of a new battery-electric vehicle (BEV) at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Czech Republic (TMMCZ), according to a Sept. 3 press release. This marks a significant milestone as it is the first BEV to be produced in one of Toyota's European plants. The TMMCZ plant in Kolin will be expanded from 152,000 square meters to 173,000 s...

Genesis, a luxury vehicle brand of the South Korean carmaker Hyundai Motor Co., has introduced two new charging features, in-app charging and plug and charge, to enhance the public charging experience for its electric vehicles. These features, alongside the Genesis Home marketplace, are designed to offer more flexibility and control for owners. Tedros Mengiste, COO of Genesis Motor North America, expressed that these advancements are part of its commitment to providing an improved owners...

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South Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Group has announced plans to increase its investment in the US to $26 billion between 2025 and 2028. This investment marks an addition of $5 billion to the previously announced $21 billion in March 2025. The fund aims to bolster strategic initiatives in the automotive, steel and robotics industries within the US market. As part of this expanded commitment, a new steel mill is planned in Louisiana to support US industries such as automotive manufacturi...

MG, the passenger car brand originally from Britain but now owned by China's leading automaker SAIC, plans to launch 13 new electric vehicles globally over the next two years. The brand plans to invest 10 billion yuan (about $1.4 billion) into developing new-energy vehicles (NEVs), which will include a range of battery-electric cars, range extenders and plug-in hybrids. MG, which was acquired by SAIC in 2005, is recognized more for its international sales than domestic, after having sold 1...

The automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by rapid technological advancements. At the forefront of this evolution are mobility startups, which are pioneering innovations across domains such as software-defined vehicles (SDVs), autonomous driving and battery technologies. S&P Global Mobility recently published the "AutoTechInsight Mobility Startups Report - H1 2025," highlighting the major trends in the automotive startup ecosystem, by analyzing data from appro...

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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...

Virta, a global electric vehicle charging and energy platform provider based in Helsinki, has signed an agreement to acquire Northe (Charge4go AB), a Scandinavian company known for its advanced EV fleet management software and services. This acquisition positions it as the largest business-to-business EV driver platform in the Nordics, catering to over 100,000 active EV drivers. The deal is anticipated to be finalized by the end of August, contingent on customary conditions. The electric f...

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Madrid-headquartered electric vehicle charger manufacturer Wallbox and EV charging software firm Go To-U have signed an agreement wherein the former will integrate the latter’s operating system into its public EV chargers across the US, according to a news report published by EV Infrastructure News on Aug. 14. According to the report, Wallbox’s Supernova rapid DC 180-kW chargers are scheduled to use Go To-U’s operating system, which is expected to allow for remote access control, real-t...

Nayax Ltd., a global payments platform, has signed a strategic partnership with Autel Energy to provide embedded payment solutions for electric vehicle charging technology. Autel Energy is a prominent supplier of EV charging equipment with an expanding presence in 35 major markets across North America and Europe. The partnership aims to address the increasing demand for scalable charging infrastructure by integrating Nayax's payment infrastructure with Autel's EV chargers, cloud-based managem...

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The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Max Range Work Truck has achieved a significant milestone by traveling 1,059.2 miles on a single charge, surpassing the previous record of 749 miles set by Lucid earlier in 2025. The mileage test was conducted on public roads near General Motor's (GM) Milford Proving Ground in Michigan, US, with engineers driving in one-hour shifts and applying various methods to enhance efficiency. The Silverado EV Max Range WT retained its hardware and software, with optimiza...

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...

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On the sidelines of the ZF supervisory board meeting on July 30, a significant agreement was signed between the ZF board of management and employee representatives. The agreement initiates an independent and confident restructuring of ZF's Division E, which oversees electrified drive technologies. The agreement was signed by Barbara Resch, district manager of IG Metall Baden-Württemberg; Achim Dietrich, chairman of the ZF General Works Council; Mathias Miedreich, ZF board member re...

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...

This report delves into the dynamic landscape of the automotive startup ecosystem, analyzing trends and innovations from a dataset of 2,250 global startups. It highlights the significant roles of software-defined vehicles and autonomous driving technologies, alongside investment patterns and OEM partnerships that are shaping the future of mobility.

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DKV Mobility has expanded its electric vehicle charging network in Switzerland by integrating 2,200 charge points from Swiss charging service provider MOVE Mobility. Of these, approximately 2,000 are fast or ultrafast chargers with a power output capacity of up to 150 kW. The integration enhances DKV Mobility's presence in the Swiss market, providing improved charging coverage along critical transport routes. Customers can use the DKV Card +Charge or the DKV Mobility app to access these charg...

US-based electric-car maker Lucid Group Inc. has announced updates to its Lucid Air model lineup for 2026, introducing enhancements aimed at increasing convenience and peace of mind for owners. A key update includes access to the Tesla Supercharger network for all Lucid Air vehicles by July 31, using an approved North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapter available from Lucid. All Lucid Air owners, regardless of model or model year, will gain access to the North American Tesla Supercharge...

Latitude, an Italian energy technology company, has announced a strategic partnership with Ampeco, an electric vehicle charging software management platform provider, to enhance EV charging infrastructure in Italy. The collaboration aims to deploy 10,000 EV charging points over five years under Latitude's new e-mobility brand, ELEVEN, with all stations powered by certified green energy from Latitude's renewable portfolio. Supported by €2 million in funding and partnerships with major Ita...

ChargeScape, a joint venture comprising BMW, Honda, Ford and Nissan, has partnered with PSEG Long Island to enroll electric vehicles in the utility's Peak Load Reduction program. This collaboration marks the first instance of such an initiative in the nine-year history of the utility's programs aimed at reducing peak load. The initiative, which is designed to alleviate pressure on the power grid during summer, utilizes ChargeScape's AI-powered technology platform. It plans to integrate o...

ByteDance’s Volcano Engine held its FORCE annual conference in Beijing during June 11–12. As an industry event focusing on cutting-edge fields including AI, machine learning (ML), big data and cloud-native technologies, the conference explored how these core technologies can drive industrial innovation and development. The conference brought together many leading technology companies, experts and scholars, jointly building an open and shared platform aimed at promoting technical exchanges an...

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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...

The new Kia EV4, the brand’s first all-electric hatchback, is purpose-built for Europe — ideal for city driving, long-distance journeys and making electric mobility more accessible. In addition to its versatility and practicality, the EV4 debuts as Kia’s most connected model yet, introducing Google points of interest (POIs) as part of its integrated navigation system. With Google as the go-to source for discovering places, attractions and services, the inclusion of Google POIs in t...

According to emails sent by Tesla to customers on July 14, the company's AI chatbot Grok is now available in Tesla vehicles via the latest software update. The automaker also shared a demo video on X (formerly Twitter), showcasing how Grok can be activated using voice commands. Tesla first announced the feature rollout on July 12, confirming that Grok will be available in the US and does not require a separate subscription. However, eligibility is limited: The chatbot will only be...

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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...

South Korean battery maker SK On has announced that its battery management system (BMS) has received cybersecurity assessment (CSA) and functional safety management system (FSMS) level 3 certifications from TUV Rheinland. This development makes the company the first Korean battery manufacturer to achieve such international certifications. These certifications are awarded under the ISO 26262 standard, which concerns the systematic management of functional safety in automotive electrical a...

Mazda Motor Corp. has launched a new research and development office named Mazda R&D Center Tokyo (MRT), located in Azabudai Hills, Minato-ku, Tokyo, as part of its strategy to enhance its operations in the metropolitan area. Concurrently, Mazda has relocated its Tokyo Office from the Kasumigaseki Building to Azabudai Hills. The company aims to maintain its status as the Brand of Choice by adapting to the industry's shift toward electrified and intelligent vehicles while preserving i...

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ChargePoint has announced the new Flex Plus charger, designed to meet the needs of home charging for company cars in Europe, which makes up 60% of new car sales in the region. The Flex Plus charger works with ChargePoint's Driver Management Solution to reimburse employees for home energy use, offers public charging options for on-the-road drivers, and provides insight into fleet-wide charging activities. The Flex Plus is the first charger built on ChargePoint's new AC charging architecture...

Shell Germany has initiated a pilot project offering dynamic electricity pricing at fast-charging stations based on daily fluctuations in the electricity exchange price, known as the spot price. The aim is to incentivize electric vehicle drivers to charge when electricity is cheaper, usually when there is abundant renewable energy on the grid. This will also help stabilize the power grid. Electricity prices drop during midday due to photovoltaic generation but increase in the early evening du...

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Eleport and Plugsurfing have formed a strategic partnership to enhance electric vehicle charging accessibility across Croatia. Starting this summer, Plugsurfing customers can easily locate and charge their EVs at Eleport charging stations across Croatia via the Plugsurfing app. Eleport is a public EV charge point operator (CPO) in Central and Eastern Europe that has been expanding its charging network rapidly within Croatia, focusing on installing chargers at major travel and shopping sites. ...

BMW Group Korea, led by CEO Han Sang-yoon, has entered into a business agreement with the Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute (KERI) to establish a Global Interoperability Testing Center (GIOTEC). The testing center, which is set to open in the second half of this year at KERI's Ansan branch, aims to enhance the compatibility of EV charging systems by evaluating interoperability among various EV models and charging systems. The collaboration between BMW and KERI intends to improve t...

In collaboration with gaming platform AirConsole, Audi is transforming its vehicles into interactive gaming environments. Passengers can access a range of games through the central infotainment system. In cars equipped with an MMI passenger display, these games can even be played during the drive, thanks to a dynamic privacy mode that prevents the driver from being distracted. Smartphones can be used as game controllers by connecting to the vehicle via a QR code. The AirConsole platform off...

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...