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Beamr Imaging unveils high-performance video compression solution for autonomous vehicles
As reported in a press release on June 11, Beamr Imaging is set to launch a new high-performance video compression solution specifically designed for autonomous vehicles at the NVIDIA GTC Paris, part of the Viva Technology 2025 event. This development addresses the substantial video data needs of autonomous vehicles, which generate vast amounts of data. Beamr's technology, known for high-efficiency video compression, offers a solution for managing large volumes of video data used in training aut...
PowerX, Mercedes-Benz team up to launch EV charging hub in Japan
PowerX Inc., a leading battery energy storage system (BESS) manufacturer and operator in Japan, and Mercedes-Benz High Power Charging Japan G.K. (MBHPCJ) have partnered to launch Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub Chiba Park in Chiba city, Japan. The inaugural site is located within Chiba Park, and the facility provides a public high-power charging service with a maximum output of 150 kW, accessible to all electric vehicle owners. The EV charging park is equipped with amenities such as...
Hon Hai Research Institute unveils AI-enabled ModeSeQ for autonomous driving trajectory prediction
Hon Hai Research Institute (HHRI), a division of Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), has announced that AI-enabled ModeSeq has secured the top position in the Waymo Open Dataset Challenge and was presented at the CVPR 2025, an AI and computer vision conference.  “ModeSeq empowers autonomous vehicles with more accurate and diverse predictions of traffic participant behaviors,” said Yung-Hui Li, director of the Artificial Intelligence Research Center at HHRI. “It directly enhanc...
Zeekr unveils 900-volt high-voltage SEA-S hybrid platform
Zeekr, a premium EV unit of Geely, has introduced a new hybrid platform named SEA-S and plans to begin pre-sales of its first model based on this platform, the Zeekr 9X, which is a full-size luxury sport utility vehicle (SUV), at the end of next month. Zeekr's SEA-S platform is described as the industry's first luxury hybrid-exclusive platform, built on a pure electric architecture and the world's first full-stack 900V high-voltage hybrid platform. Zeekr's Super Hybrid System, based o...
Scotland launches £2 million Heavy Goods Vehicle Market Readiness Fund for 2025–26
The Scottish government has introduced a new £2 million Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Market Readiness Fund for the financial year 2025–26. This initiative is aimed at encouraging collaboration among HGV operators, manufacturers, financiers and charge-point operators (CPOs) to foster investment in the decarbonization of HGVs. The fund is a continuation of work begun with the HGV Decarbonisation Pathway in 2024, focusing on identifying necessary charging infrastructure locations to support zero...
BP to sell its Mobility & Convenience and BP pulse business units in the Netherlands to Catom
BP has entered into an agreement to sell its Mobility & Convenience and BP Pulse businesses in the Netherlands to Catom. This sale aligns with BP's $20 billion divestment program and is anticipated to finalize by the end of 2025, pending regulatory approvals. This transaction is part of BP's strategy to reshape its downstream businesses by focusing on integrated positions. The deal encompasses approximately 300 BP-owned or branded retail sites, including some locations with electric vehic...
BHP signs memorandum of understanding with BYD to explore battery, flash-charging solutions
BHP has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with FinDreams Battery Co. Ltd. (FDB), a wholly owned subsidiary of the BYD Group known for manufacturing and selling battery systems for commercial vehicles, power batteries and energy storage. The collaboration aims to address Scope 1 and 2 emissions by exploring existing and emerging technologies for BHP's operations. Specifically, BHP and FDB will assess powertrain battery solutions for heavy mining equipment and locomotives, along with t...
CATL, BHP sign agreement to explore battery technologies to advance sustainable mining
CATL has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with BHP Group to collaborate on battery technology and electrification projects. The collaboration will cover the development of batteries for mining equipment and locomotives, and the exploration of rapid charging infrastructure and energy storage systems for BHP's mining applications. Additionally, the partnership aims to investigate battery recycling options. CATL, recognized globally for its new energy technologies, is focused on buildi...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Germany leads European charge in automotive open-source software war
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...
How is mainland China reshaping the global automotive system-on-chip game?
The mainland Chinese automotive market is not only a major driver of global vehicle sales, but it is now a decisive force shaping the direction of automotive computing in the cockpit and advanced driver assistance system system-on-chip (SoC) technologies. Mainland China’s unique dynamics are compelling domestic and Western SoC suppliers, such as Qualcomm and NVIDIA, to adapt to its demands, including cost pressure and geopolitical challenges. For instance, NVIDIA's DRIVE Thor platform, featuri...
Building the Charge: Evolving investment landscape for EV charging infrastructure
In the years soon after the COVID-19 pandemic, investments into electric vehicle charging infrastructure accelerated dramatically as governments, private companies and international institutions laid the groundwork for an electrified future. This surge of capital was driven by the understanding that increasing the range in a vehicle is not enough to instill confidence in prospective buyers about EVs, and a robust and faster EV charging network with easy access is equally vital. However, the m...
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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