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NIO ventures into chip development with focus on intelligent cabin technology
According to a report published by Pandaily on June 25, NIO is undertaking the independent research and development of chips, with a focus on producing key chips, particularly AD chips, within the next one to two years. Vice President of hardware Bai Jian previously mentioned this initiative on social media. Recent information indicates that NIO's first self-developed chip will target the intelligent cabin and will be created using Samsung's 7 nm process technology. A former executive from Hu...
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BMW adopts natural fiber composites for series production models to cut CO₂e emissions
BMW announced plans to utilize natural fiber composites in its series-production models after successful application in racing cars, the automaker said in a press release on June 17. After years of development and research, these composites, derived from renewable raw materials, have been deemed suitable for meeting the strict requirements of roof structures in vehicle homologation. Developed in collaboration with Bcomp, a Switzerland-based clean-tech company, these flax-based lightweight com...
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Rock Tech Lithium, Ronbay Technology sign MoU to localize battery materials supply chain in Europe
Rock Tech Lithium Inc., a German-Canadian cleantech company, and mainland China-based Ronbay Technology Co. Ltd., signed a strategic memorandum of understanding to establish a localized integrated lithium-ion battery materials supply chain in Europe. The partnership focuses on Rock Tech supplying battery-grade lithium hydroxide to Ronbay's cathode production facilities in Europe, which will support battery-related component production for European demand. Ronbay will back Rock Tech's Gub...
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Lectron launches new smart EV chargers with Wi-Fi and app integration
Lectron announced the release of its new lineup of smart electric vehicle chargers, featuring six models compatible with the most widely used US charging standards. These chargers, now with Wi-Fi connectivity and the Lectron App integration, allow for enhanced control and performance tracking for EV drivers. The lineup includes Portable Level 1 and 2 Chargers and the V-BOX Pro home charging station, all designed with durability and high performance in mind. The Portable Level 1 Charger, ...
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Polestar Charge expands to over one million charging points across Europe
Polestar's public charging service, Polestar Charge, is offering access to 1 million charging points, forming one of the broadest networks in Europe, through a single app, according to a July 2 press release. The service, available in all Polestar markets in Europe, includes major operators such as IONITY, Recharge, Total, Fastned, Tesla Super Chargers and Allego, alongside local providers in various markets, ensuring comprehensive public charging options for users. The subscription offer ...
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U Power collaborates with Beijing Foton for battery swapping in global markets
U Power Ltd., a provider of electric vehicle battery-swapping solutions, announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Beijing Foton International Trade Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Foton Motor, to jointly promote battery-swapping-compatible electric heavy trucks, buses and vans in Southeast Asia, South America, Hong Kong and Macau markets. U Power will offer technological support to integrate battery-swapping capabilities into Beijing Foton vehicles and develop battery-swappi...
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Allotrope Energy unveils advanced supercapacitors with Lignavolt for improved hybrid energy solutions
Allotrope Energy has introduced supercapacitors that claim to double the performance and reduce the cost of hybrid energy solutions significantly. These supercapacitors have twice the energy density compared to existing solutions, while being half the weight and size and at a fraction of the cost. This breakthrough is made possible through the use of Lignavolt, a sustainably produced nano-porous carbon material. These supercapacitors offer a higher energy density of approximately 14-15 watt-h...
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Petaling Jaya City Council in Malaysia plans 1,000 EV chargers to boost green mobility
The Petaling Jaya City Council (Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya [MBPJ]) in Malaysia is planning to install 1,000 electric vehicle chargers at strategic locations and public parking areas across Petaling Jaya in two phases. According to Petaling Jaya Mayor Mohamad Zahri Samingon, this initiative is a part of the city's low-carbon urban development agenda and involves collaboration with green energy solution providers. The first phase aims to install 500 EV chargers, with the help of strategic p...
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Waste not, want not: Transforming sustainability practices
The automotive industry is undergoing a bold transformation as sustainability takes the spotlight. Companies are stepping up, prioritizing sustainable materials and embracing circular economy principles that champion recycling and reuse. With consumers increasingly demanding transparency, businesses are compelled to implement robust traceability solutions to keep a close eye on material lifecycles and meet evolving regulations. This is not just about compliance; it is about accountability and bu...
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Interior Insight: Honda Jazz Crosstar
Honda has refreshed its fourth-generation Jazz and Jazz Crosstar, introducing a range of exterior and interior enhancements across all trims. This review delves into the new technologies and materials that elevate this popular supermini. Inside story The Elegance and Advance trims feature revamped black interior trim, now complemented by contemporary seat fabrics that enhance the overall esthetic. In the Crosstar variants, the interior benefits from updated transmission tunnel edging an...
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The FIA's stand on safety standards and sustainable transport
Safety and sustainability are top priorities for the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and its global mobility member clubs. This Q&A highlights the FIA's advocacy for universally accepted safety standards for autonomous vehicles (AVs) and ongoing educational initiatives to improve public understanding of AI and driver assistance technologies. The FIA aims to halve road deaths and injuries by 2030, using the Road Safety Index to help organizations improve safety practices. Ad...
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Interior Insight: Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V has long been a cornerstone of the compact sport utility vehicle market, and the latest sixth-generation iteration reinforces this legacy with a pronounced emphasis on practicality, comfort and usability. This review delves into the interior aspects of the CR-V, examining materials, comfort levels, infotainment features, connectivity, boot space, practicality and advanced driver assistance systems. Material matters Notable enhancements have been made in the quality of m...
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BYD God’s Eye system triggers momentum in the Level 2+ market
BYD Auto recently unveiled its new “God’s Eye” advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), which will be integrated across all its models — including subsidiary brands Denza, Fangchengbao and Yangwang, as well as the affordable Seagull hatchback priced at 70,000 Chinese yuan (about $9,600). More recently, BYD has begun offering wide-ranging price discounts of about 10% to 30% on its Dynasty and Ocean lineup of models in China until June 30, reducing the Seagull’s price to 55,800 Chinese...
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Waste not, want not: Transforming sustainability practices
The automotive industry is undergoing a bold transformation as sustainability takes the spotlight. Companies are stepping up, prioritizing sustainable materials and embracing circular economy principles that champion recycling and reuse. With consumers increasingly demanding transparency, businesses are compelled to implement robust traceability solutions to keep a close eye on material lifecycles and meet evolving regulations. This is not just about compliance; it is about accountability and bu...
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2025 Connected Car Consumer Study: Connecting the dots of connected services
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’...
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Interior Insight: Honda Jazz Crosstar
Honda has refreshed its fourth-generation Jazz and Jazz Crosstar, introducing a range of exterior and interior enhancements across all trims. This review delves into the new technologies and materials that elevate this popular supermini. Inside story The Elegance and Advance trims feature revamped black interior trim, now complemented by contemporary seat fabrics that enhance the overall esthetic. In the Crosstar variants, the interior benefits from updated transmission tunnel edging an...
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