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    2026 Automotive Supplier Outlook
    In the wake of another tumultuous year for the global automotive industry, this report provides unfiltered insights directly from the front lines. S&P Global Mobility’s Matthew Beecham engaged with 59 senior executives from across the automotive supply chain to capture their experiences and strategies. Now in its third year, this comprehensive end-of-year analysis outlines the operational and strategic challenges suppliers faced in 2025 and how they are preparing for 2026. The suppliers...
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    2026 Automotive Analyst Outlook
    S&P Global Mobility’s 2026 Automotive Analyst Outlook presents a comprehensive collection of insights, reflections and forward-looking perspectives from our team of analysts. Drawing on a year marked by volatility, innovation and adaptation, our experts examine how the global automotive industry navigated the challenges and opportunities of 2025 — from supply chain disruptions and regulatory shifts to the evolving landscape of electrification, connectivity and consumer preferences. Throu...
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    CES 2026: Software-defined vehicles continue to evolve and gain momentum and scale
    The recently concluded Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 (Jan. 6–9, 2026) marked a clear inflection point: software-defined vehicles (SDVs) have entered their industrialization phase. Original equipment manufacturers and suppliers shifted decisively away from exploratory demos and concepts toward scalable, production-ready SDV platforms, with most architectures, toolchains and compute strategies aligned to 2026–28 SOPs. The focus has clearly moved from what SDVs could do, to how they can ...
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    SP Group and Huawei launch Singapore's first ultrafast EV charger at Temasek Polytechnic
    Singapore energy company SP Group and mainland Chinese tech company Huawei have launched Singapore's first ultrafast electric vehicle charger, which incorporates a battery energy storage system. The charger, located at Temasek Polytechnic, is manufactured by Huawei and operated by SP Group's EV-charging unit, SP Mobility. It is rated for a maximum power of 480 kW and is capable of adding 200 km of range in just five minutes for compatible vehicles. The integration of a battery energy storage ...
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    Harrow enhances EV infrastructure with 500 new on-street charge points via Char.gy collaboration
    The London Borough of Harrow is enhancing its electric vehicle infrastructure by collaborating with Char.gy to install 500 new on-street EV charge points. This initiative primarily focuses on residential streets, aimed at residents without driveways or off-street parking. The charge points will be lamp column-mounted, offering low-powered charging suitable for topping up vehicles while parked at home. As of now, 225 charge points have been installed, with an additional 275 expected by Oct. 2,...
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    Hyundai to supply Waymo with 50,000 Ioniq 5 autonomous vehicles by 2028
    Hyundai Motor is reportedly planning to supply Waymo with 50,000 Ioniq 5 autonomous vehicles by 2028, potentially worth $2.5 billion. This agreement would be a significant indicator of the robo-taxi industry's shift toward large-scale deployment. Hyundai's Georgia-based Metaplant America (HMGMA) factory is set to produce these Ioniq 5 electric vehicles, with the deal marking one of the largest vehicle supply agreements in the autonomous driving sector. The partnership between Hyundai and Waym...
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    WeRide and Uber launch commercial robo-taxi service in downtown Abu Dhabi
    WeRide and Uber Technologies have introduced the first commercial robo-taxi service in downtown Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, marking the Emirates' first autonomous vehicle deployment in its city center. With this expansion, the service now covers approximately 70% of Abu Dhabi's central areas. This expansion includes operations across Khalifa City, Masdar City and Rabdan, as well as routes between Corniche Road and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, in collaboration with the Integrated...
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    Imerys partners with French government for EMILI project's strategic lithium development
    Imerys has announced that Banque des Territoires, representing the French government, is acquiring a minority stake in the Exploitation de Mica Lithinifère (EMILI) project. The transaction, aimed at supporting the project, is expected to be finalized in the coming months. The investment by the French government is part of the "critical metals" component of France 2030, and it marks a significant step in the development of the EMILI project, an endeavor recognized as strategically important a...
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    FAW Group begins installing semisolid-state batteries in prototype cars
    FAW Group subsidiary, China Automotive New Energy Battery (CANEB), has started testing semisolid-state batteries in prototype vehicles to validate this new power battery technology. This marks the first use of a lithium-rich manganese-based solid-liquid hybrid battery, representing a significant advancement in battery energy density. The battery, developed in collaboration with Professor Chen Jun's team at Nankai University, achieves an energy density of over 500 watt-hours per kilogram ...
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    Tesla teams up with Tencent to integrate WeChat-linked in-car features in mainland China
    Tesla has formed a new partnership with Tencent to integrate WeChat-connected services into its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in mainland China. In an announcement on Wednesday (Feb. 11), Tencent Cloud said the collaboration will enable drivers to send locations directly from WeChat to their Tesla, along with receiving intelligent, destination-based recommendations. The new capabilities will be delivered via an over-the-air (OTA) update to existing Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in mainland China a...
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    Valeo debuts extended reality gaming in new Renault Filante
    Valeo has announced that its extended reality (XR) gaming experience, known as R:Racing, will enter series production in the new Renault Filante in South Korea. This development highlights Valeo's strategy to enhance in-car experiences through advanced vehicle perception and software capabilities. Initially introduced as the Valeo Racer concept in 2024 at South by Southwest, R:Racing is the first XR gaming experience fully integrated into a production vehicle. It uses real-time vehicle data and ...
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    Blink Charging partners with BetterFleet for EV fleet charging management solutions
    Blink Charging Co., a global provider of electric vehicle charging equipment and services, has announced a strategic collaboration with BetterFleet, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company specializing in EV fleet charging management solutions. This collaboration aims to deliver a turnkey approach for organizations with EV fleets across the nation. BetterFleet's platform offers AI-driven optimization for fleet planning and management, targeting government, utilities, transit and logistics...
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    Porsche to exclusively adopt South Korean batteries for South Korean EVs
    Porsche has decided to use South Korean batteries exclusively for all its electric vehicles sold in South Korea starting in 2026. Previously, the Macan Electric sport utility vehicle was equipped with batteries from mainland Chinese company CATL, but starting from the 2026 model year, vehicles will be fitted with Samsung SDI batteries. The Cayenne Electric, a midsize SUV to be released in 2026, and the Taycan, an all-electric model currently available, will feature batteries from LG Energy So...
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    BorgWarner expands battery management system program with global OEM for BEVs and PHEVs
    BorgWarner, located in Auburn Hills, Michigan, has announced an expansion of its series-production battery management system (BMS) program with a global original equipment manufacturer. BorgWarner has been supplying the BMS to this customer since 2023, and the expanded program will support additional B-segment and C-segment passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) for battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle applications, starting in 2029. Stefan Demm...
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    Xpeng partners with Antom to enhance global EV charging payments
    Xpeng, an intelligent electric vehicle company, has collaborated with Antom, a merchant payment and digitization services provider under Ant International, to enhance the digital payment experience for EV charging. This makes Antom the first global payment partner for Xpeng's EV charging business, supporting its global expansion. The partnership, which commenced in Hong Kong in February 2026, is set to expand further into Southeast Asia and other global markets. Antom utilizes Ant Intern...
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    EV battery diagnostic startup Aviloo raises €30 million in fresh funding
    Aviloo, an independent electric vehicle battery diagnostics company headquartered in Austria, has secured a strategic investment of approximately €30 million. This investment comes from Armira Growth and Invest AG, which has acquired all shares previously held by the European Innovation Council Fund. Raiffeisen KMU Invest remains a key shareholder, and the deal awaits regulatory antitrust approval. Established in 2018 by Wolfgang Berger and Nikolaus Mayerhofer, Aviloo has grown from an...
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    Shell subsidiary Ubitricity acquires FM Conway’s SureCharge EV charging network in the UK
    Ubitricity, a wholly owned subsidiary of Shell and the UK's largest public electric vehicle charging operator, has announced the acquisition of FM Conway's SureCharge EV charging network. This transaction will integrate over 2,400 charge points into the Ubitricity Shell Recharge network, enhancing its coverage throughout London. The charge points are installed in lampposts on residential streets and operate at 4.8 kilowatts per hour, making them suitable for overnight EV charging. The...
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    Gotion collaborates with BASF on solid-state battery technology
    Gotion High-Tech, a leading battery-maker from mainland China, has entered into a partnership with BASF, a German chemicals company, to develop solid-state battery technology. This collaboration is aimed at advancing next-generation batteries expected to be incorporated into mass-produced vehicles in the near future. The companies signed a strategic cooperation memorandum in Gotion's headquarters in Hefei, Anhui, to embark on this joint development of high-performance materials crucial for ne...
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    Xpeng collaborates with Voltron to launch Indonesia's first ultrafast EV charging facility
    Xpeng has partnered with Indonesia's largest private charging point operator, Voltron, to introduce Indonesia's first ultrafast-charging facility with a capacity of up to 480 kW. This initiative aims to provide a faster and more efficient charging experience for Xpeng vehicle users, reflecting Xpeng's commitment to customer comfort by ensuring the readiness of supporting facilities. The ultrafast-charging system is designed to support the Xpeng G6 Pro, which can accommodate a charging power o...
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    Kia India signs MOU with BPCL, expands EV charging network to over 15,000 points
    Kia India has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd. (BPCL) to enhance its electric vehicle charging network, expanding its K-Charge system to over 15,000 EV charging points across India. This collaboration aims to improve charging accessibility and boost range confidence, a key factor in EV adoption. According to Atul Sood, senior vice president of Sales & Marketing at Kia India, the partnership with BPCL is intended to make EV ownership more pract...
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    RWTH Aachen University plans to develop magnet-free electric motors
    The Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components (PEM) at RWTH Aachen University has embarked on the two-year NAFTech research project, funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy. Collaborating with the Institute of Electrical Energy Conversion (IEW) at the University of Stuttgart and the Chair of Manufacturing Automation and Production Systems (FAPS) at FAU Erlangen, the PEM team aims to develop an electric motor as a traction drive that eliminates the ...
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    Mahindra selects Mobileye's ADAS for six upcoming models
    Mahindra & Mahindra has selected Mobileye's SuperVision and Surround advanced driver assistance systems for six upcoming vehicle models, with production anticipated to start in 2027. The program will utilize Mobileye's EyeQ6 High system-on-chip and will include multiple Mahindra models set to launch in India and other markets, with Mobileye serving as a tier 1 supplier. Both ADAS solutions will integrate various functions, such as perception, Road Experience Management (REM) intelligence and...
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    Tata AutoComp opens two new manufacturing facilities in Sanand, India
    On Jan. 30, Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd., an automotive supplier affiliated with the Tata Group and a key supplier to Tata Motors, opened two new manufacturing facilities in Sanand, Gujarat, India, to produce seating systems and thermal systems, The Hindu Business Line reported Feb. 10. While the seating systems facility is managed by TM Automotive Seating Systems Private Ltd., TACO Air International Thermal Systems Private Ltd. will be responsible for thermal systems. TM Automotive Seating Sys...
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    Aumovio supplies Leapmotor’s B- and C-platform vehicles with advanced safety technologies
    Aumovio is supplying Leapmotor, a mainland China-based electric-car manufacturer, with a range of safety systems for its B- and C-platform vehicles. Leapmotor’s B-platform models are equipped with Aumovio's latest long-range radar, electric parking brake and airbag control unit (ACU), while the C-platform models come equipped with the MK C2 one-box brake system, long-range radar and ACU. For Leapmotor's high-volume sport utility vehicle models such as the C10, C11 and C16, Aumovio supplies ...
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    Eye-Net, Renault Group and Orange collaborate on live public transportation project in France
    Foresight Autonomous Holdings, a developer of advanced 3D perception systems, announced that its majority-owned subsidiary, Eye-Net Mobile, has successfully completed a previously announced large-scale live trial of the SafeCycloMove “Collision Prevention” project in Bordeaux, France. The initiative was conducted in collaboration with Renault Group, Orange SA and additional partners, as part of Eye-Net’s ongoing work with Software République to advance smart mobility solutions and promote...
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    BMW partners with E.ON for Germany's first vehicle-to-grid offer
    BMW Group and E.ON have announced Germany's first vehicle-to-grid (V2G) offer, allowing customers to charge their BMW iX3 at home for free up to 14,000 km annually. The initiative is part of BMW's Neue Klasse, which integrates V2G, vehicle-to-home (V2H) and vehicle-to-load (V2L) capabilities into BMW electric vehicles. Customers purchasing the BMW iX3 enjoy a €700 discount on the bidirectional BMW Wallbox Professional, along with a V2G electricity tariff from E.ON. This package includes an ...
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    E.ON secures tender to build fast-charging stations along Italy’s motorway corridors
    E.ON Drive Infrastructure Italy has been selected by Autostrade per l'Italia (ASPI) to establish an ultrafast-charging network for electric vehicles along Italy's main motorway corridors. This initiative aims to strengthen E.ON's commitment to expanding high-power charging infrastructure in Italy. The project involves installing 104 ultrafast-charging points at 18 service areas along key routes, including the A4 (Turin-Trieste) and A14 (Bologna-Taranto) motorways, with a completion target by ...
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    Pony.ai and Toyota unveil first mass-produced bZ4X robo-taxi for China tier 1 cities
    Pony.ai announced that the first mass-produced bZ4X robo-taxi, developed in collaboration with Toyota, has been completed, marking a significant milestone in their partnership for the production and deployment of robo-taxis. This achievement demonstrates a deep synergy between Pony.ai and Toyota in autonomous driving technology, vehicle manufacturing and supply chain integration. Both companies plan to produce over 1,000 bZ4X robo-taxis by 2026 and start introducing them into commercial services...
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    Pony.ai partners with Moore Threads to advance Level 4 autonomous driving technology in mainland China
    Pony.ai and Moore Threads have formed a strategic partnership to advance the deployment and application of Level 4 autonomous driving technology. This collaboration aims to enhance Pony.ai's core technologies, specifically its world model and Virtual Driver system, by leveraging safe and reliable AI computing power. The partnership stands out as a significant example of coordinated innovation within China's AI industry chain, marking the first time Pony.ai has utilized domestically developed AI ...
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    Ouster acquires StereoLabs to enhance unified sensing platform for physical AI
    Ouster, a company specializing in sensing and perception for physical AI, announced that it completed the acquisition of StereoLabs SAS on Feb. 4. StereoLabs, known for its AI vision and perception solutions, has provided 3D vision systems since 2010, shipping over 90,000 ZED cameras to a customer base exceeding 10,000, and is supported by a broad developer community. With this acquisition, Ouster introduces physical AI's first unified sensing and perception platform, integrating digital lidar, ...
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    Yokohama Rubber supplies GEOLANDAR SUV tires for Mitsubishi Delica D:5 minivan
    Yokohama Rubber has started supplying its GEOLANDAR sport utility vehicle tires as original equipment to Mitsubishi Motors’ newly launched Delica D:5 minivan. The new model was introduced in Japan in January and comes equipped with GEOLANDAR tires in 255/55 R18 98H size. Designed for vehicles such as small and midsize SUVs and minivans that focus on on-road driving, the GEOLANDAR SUV offers superior fuel efficiency, comfort and safety, while maintaining performance suitable for various road...
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    Polestar consolidates its public charging offer for customers in Europe
    Polestar has enhanced its public charging services in Europe by providing access to over 28,000 Plug & Charge compatible charging stations and incorporating Tesla Superchargers into the Polestar Charge app. Plug & Charge technology simplifies the charging process by allowing the car to communicate directly with the charger, processing payment automatically and eliminating multiple steps in traditional public charging. This service is offered as a complimentary benefit when using Poles...
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    Urban Fox secures 20-year contract from Kent County Council, UK, to expand on-street EV charging across the region
    Urban Fox, a collaboration between Balfour Beatty Investments and Urban Electric Networks, has been awarded a 20-year contract by Kent County Council in the UK to implement a large-scale on-street electric vehicle charging program across Kent. This initiative, part of the council's strategy to modernize transport and foster innovation, aims to install up to 10,000 charge points, focusing on areas with limited off-street parking. Urban Fox will work with local councils to strategically plac...
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    Indie Semiconductor to supply Mahindra with in-cabin safety monitoring software
    Indie Semiconductor has been chosen by Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. to provide advanced in-cabin driver and occupant monitoring systems (DOMS) for their Electric Origin sport utility vehicles, the XEV 9e and BE 6, in the Indian market. This collaboration will incorporate indie's CABIN EYE perception software — developed by emotion3D, which indie recently acquired — into Mahindra's EyeDentity, a proprietary camera-based DOMS hardware platform. Mahindra has achieved the highest Bharat New C...
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    WeRide and Uber expand robo-taxi partnership in the Middle East
    WeRide and Uber Technologies have announced an expansion of their strategic partnership to deploy at least 1,200 robo-taxis across the Middle East by 2027. The deployment will cover Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Dubai, UAE; and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; making the robo-taxi services accessible through the Uber app. This initiative builds upon their existing fully driverless operations in Abu Dhabi and passenger services in Dubai and Riyadh, with Uber planning to increase the fleet progressively a...
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    5GAA conducts live demonstrations of next-generation V2X technologies in California
    The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) showcased the future of connected mobility in Sacramento, US, with demonstrations of next-generation vehicle connectivity technologies on US roads. The event highlighted innovations in vehicle-to-everything (V2X) tolling, non-terrestrial networks (NTN), and safety and awareness, bringing together automakers, telecom operators, technology and solution partners to exhibit real-world applications. 5GAA Chairman Christoph Voigt emphasized that these demonstr...
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    Geotab collaborates with MapUp's TollTally to enhance real-time fleet toll management
    Fuel and toll intelligence solutions provider MapUp has announced that its TollTally solution is now available on the Geotab Marketplace Order Now program. This strategic integration enables fleets of all sizes and vehicle classes — from rental cars to Class 8 heavy trucks — to access accurate, GPS-based toll intelligence directly within the MyGeotab platform.  The collaboration between Geotab and MapUp's TollTally addresses the toll billing "lag" problem prevalent in ...
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    CATL begins deploying sodium-ion batteries in Changan’s electric cars
    CATL has started deploying its sodium-ion batteries in production-ready passenger vehicles, aiming to establish a leading position in developing more sustainable batteries. Together with Changan Automobile, CATL has introduced a sodium-ion battery-powered vehicle in Yakshi, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, targeting a mid-2026 market launch. This is the world's first mass-produced passenger vehicle with sodium-ion batteries, although previous announcements by other Chinese automakers did not lead to l...
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    Mitra EV raises $27 million to scale capital efficient fleet electrification
    Mitra EV, a commercial fleet electrification platform, has secured $27 million in new funding. The newly raised funds consist of equity funding from lead investor Ultra Capital and a credit facility from S2G Investments. This funding will support Mitra EV's expansion as fleet operators increasingly demand cost-efficient electrification solutions amid tightening capital markets and a broader industry pullback from electric vehicles. Mitra EV provides a fully managed electrification model th...
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    Karma Automotive and Factorial partner to launch solid-state battery production in the US
    Karma Automotive Inc. and Factorial Inc. have announced a partnership to launch the first solid-state battery production program in the US for passenger vehicles. This collaboration intends to incorporate Factorial's FEST solid-state battery technology into Karma's future vehicle platform, starting with the all-electric Karma Kaveya super coupe, which boasts over 1,000hp and a top speed exceeding 200 mph. The Kaveya is expected to be introduced to the US market by late 2027. The par...
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    TotalEnergies partners with Tikehau Capital to develop EV charging in Belgium and Netherlands
    TotalEnergies and Tikehau Capital have announced the establishment of a joint investment platform to advance the development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in urban public spaces across Belgium and the Netherlands. This collaboration is intended to assist municipal authorities in transitioning to EVs and to bolster TotalEnergies' presence in the public charging sector within the Benelux region. The platform is equally owned by TotalEnergies and Tikehau Capital, focusing on c...
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    Microchip Technology partners with Hyundai Motor Group for advanced in-vehicle network solutions
    Microchip Technology has announced a collaboration with Hyundai Motor Group to explore the use of advanced in-vehicle network solutions based on the 10BASE-T1S Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) technology. This partnership aims to develop more efficient and scalable vehicle architectures to meet the evolving demands of future mobility. The need for high-performance in-vehicle networks is driven by the rapid advancement of advanced driver assistance systems and connected vehicle features. SPE serves as ...
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    Valeo and Anritsu collaborate to accelerate digital twin validation for SDVs
    Valeo and Anritsu have announced a collaboration to develop virtual validation capabilities for software-defined vehicles. This endeavor aims to transform software development within vehicle domains, such as the telematics unit, to create a more cost-effective and forward-looking process. A live demonstration of their work will be presented at MWC2026 in Barcelona. The automotive industry is transitioning toward in-vehicle software-defined architectures, emphasizing the importance of cellular co...
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    Cox Automotive and UVeye launch AI vehicle inspection technology for dealers
    Cox Automotive's vAuto has integrated with AI inspection specialist UVeye to enhance vehicle inspections within dealership workflows. This integration, operational at select dealerships such as Brickell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Miami, utilizes UVeye's high-speed scanners to quickly gather data on a vehicle's exterior, underbody and tire conditions. The data is then seamlessly integrated into vAuto's appraisal and inventory systems, allowing dealers to assess trade-ins more efficiently whi...
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    QNX and HaleyTek power software-defined audio in new Volvo EX60
    BlackBerry's QNX division and HaleyTek have partnered to introduce a fully software-defined audio (SDA) system in the upcoming Volvo EX60 electric sport utility vehicle. This initiative is part of Volvo Cars' Superset tech stack strategy, aimed at transitioning vehicle functions from hardware-centric to software-driven architectures, beginning with the EX60's SPA3 infotainment platform. Unlike traditional audio systems with dedicated digital signal processors in amplifiers, the new SDA system ce...
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    Heilind Electronics adds Molex high-speed FAKRA-mini system to automotive connectivity solutions
    Heilind Electronics has announced the addition of the Molex High-Speed FAKRA-Mini (HFM) Interconnect System to its portfolio of automotive connectivity solutions. This system is designed to meet the growing demands of modern vehicle electronics by providing high-speed transmission of up to 28 Gbps and frequencies up to 20 GHz, all within a compact form factor well-suited to space-constrained automotive architectures. As vehicles increasingly integrate sensors, cameras and other electronic module...
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    Honda partners with Mythic to develop AI-enhanced system-on-a-chip for software-defined vehicles
    Honda Motor has announced a collaboration with Mythic, a technology company based in Texas, US, to codevelop a system-on-a-chip (SoC) for Honda's software-defined vehicles (SDVs). Honda has invested in Mythic due to its original technologies and proven expertise in enhancing the computing performance and energy efficiency of AI used in automated driving and other vehicle features. Specifically, Honda R&D., the research and development subsidiary of Honda, will partner with Mythic in the deve...
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    Hesai Technology partners with Grab for lidar distribution in Southeast Asia
    Hesai Technology has announced a strategic cooperation with Grab, making Grab the exclusive distributor of Hesai's lidar products in Southeast Asia. This partnership will enable Grab to manage sales, customer support and marketing of Hesai's sensors throughout the region. By leveraging Grab's resources and established distribution networks, Hesai aims to increase the availability of its lidar sensors for various applications, including robotic solutions and autonomous systems. This collaboration...
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    Nissan partners with TuneIn for infotainment offerings in the US
    Nissan has announced a collaboration with Stingray subsidiary TuneIn to bring TuneIn’s extensive lineup of radio stations and podcasts to select Nissan and Infiniti vehicles in the US. Through this collaboration, drivers gain seamless access to TuneIn’s broad audio catalog — including live sports, breaking news, curated music, millions of podcasts, and tens of thousands of radio stations — directly within the vehicle. The service will be available in Nissan and Infiniti models eq...
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    Ford and Geely are in talks to collaborate on manufacturing and technology
    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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    Orion Energy to invest $4 million to install 105 EV charging stations in Boston, US
    Orion Energy Systems Inc., known for providing energy-efficient and electric vehicle charging solutions, has announced a significant project involving the installation of 105 EV charging stations and infrastructure in the Boston Public School (BPS) system. This contract is valued at $4 million. The installation is being carried out by Orion's Voltrek division at the Freeport Bus Yard, operated by BPS, a major client and one of the prominent school districts in the US. The newly installed unit...
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    GTV and TactoTek announce technology licensing partnership for integrating in-mold structural electronics technology
    Global Technology Ventures (GTV) and TactoTek have signed a technology licensing partnership to incorporate in-mold structural electronics (IMSE) technology into GTV's customer programs. The collaboration merges GTV's expertise in hybrid design, engineering and manufacturing with TactoTek's IMSE technology, which integrates electronic functions directly into 3D injection-molded surfaces. This technology aims to create smart, lightweight designs that do not compromise performance or design qualit...
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    Varroc Engineering secures contract to supply EV chargers to global OEM
    Varroc Engineering has secured a contract with a prominent global electric vehicle original equipment manufacturer to supply alternating current bidirectional wall chargers, marking a significant advancement in its electric mobility offerings. The partnership is projected to last six years, with an expected peak annual business value of 4.3 billion rupees (approximately $48 million). The chargers, compliant with Energy Star standards, will be produced at Varroc's facility in Romania, which wi...
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    Milepost AB expands EV charging services in Norrköping with municipal collaboration
    Milepost AB, recognized as Sweden's first independent electric vehicle charging operator specializing in everyday charging, has commenced its EV charging services in Norrköping, Sweden, through a partnership with Norrköping Municipality. In 2025, following a comprehensive evaluation, Milepost was appointed by Norrköping Municipality to deploy its EV charging stations across multiple sites, with the first site now operational and additional sites planned for establishment throughout 2026....
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    Vodafone IoT to provide connectivity for Hyundai cars across the Middle East
    Vodafone IoT has secured a deal to provide in-car connectivity for Hyundai vehicles sold in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. This agreement includes Hyundai, Kia and Genesis cars, ensuring they meet local regulatory requirements for connectivity in each country. Vodafone IoT will offer local network access and compliance with national data and telecom regulations. The service will utilize Vodafone IoT's Global SIM+ technology, which allows a single SIM to fun...
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    Ecarx debuts preproduction sample of Zenith computing platform
    Mobility technology provider Ecarx Holdings introduced a preproduction sample of its innovative Zenith computing platform at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, held recently in Las Vegas. This new platform, designed in collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, utilizes the Snapdragon Elite SA8797 platform for automotive and offers an integrated high-performance intelligent cockpit and advanced driver assistance system architecture. The platform supports Android 16, Google Automotive Servi...
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    The Mobility House, Aral Fleet Solutions partner to deliver charging solutions for EV fleets
    The Mobility House Solutions and Aral Fleet Solutions have entered into a strategic partnership to provide comprehensive charging solutions for fleet customers in Germany, The Mobility House said Jan. 21. The partnership aims to combine the companies' strengths to meet the increasing demands of electric fleets by offering end-to-end charging solutions regardless of location. The Mobility House Solutions is slated to handle the operation and maintenance of charging infrastructure, the insta...
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    ZF, BMW sign long-term supply agreement on passenger car drives
    ZF Friedrichshafen AG and the BMW Group have entered into a long-term agreement focused on the development and supply of an 8-speed automatic transmission (8HP) for passenger-car drive systems. The deal, valued at several billion euros, is set to last until the late 2030s and aims to foster technology advancement and low-emission mobility for both companies. Mathias Miedreich, CEO of ZF, emphasized the importance of this partnership in promoting innovation, efficiency and sustainability wi...
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    EVgo to accelerate deployment of NACS connectors to meet increasing EV demand
    EVgo Inc., a significant provider of public fast-charging infrastructure for electric vehicles, announced its plans to extend its network with the deployment of North American Charging Standard (NACS) connectors. This expansion follows a successful 2025 pilot program where EVgo installed nearly 100 NACS connectors across 22 metropolitan areas. The company aims to accelerate its rollout to exceed 500 NACS connectors by the end of 2026. These connectors will be placed at both existing and new l...
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    BMW partners with BlackBerry to integrate QNX software into next-generation vehicle platform
    BMW is partnering with BlackBerry to integrate QNX software into its next-generation vehicle platform. This agreement involves embedding BlackBerry's real-time operating system and AI capabilities into BMW's foundational vehicle architecture, enhancing BlackBerry's role in the automotive software sector and strengthening its relationship with a major automaker. This partnership underlines BlackBerry's shift from consumer hardware to a focus on safety-critical software for vehicles, leveraging fe...
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    Hyundai Mobis partners with global companies to develop holographic windshield display
    Hyundai Mobis has announced a global alliance with three companies to develop a next-generation technology that transforms a vehicle's entire windshield into a head-up display. This Quad Alliance includes Germany's Zeiss, a provider of optical technologies; Germany's tesa, a global manufacturer of adhesive solutions; and France's Saint-Gobain Sekurit, a notable automotive glass producer in Europe. Hyundai Mobis will manage the overall system design and integration of the holographic windshiel...
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    Hyundai Mobis secures record new business orders from non-Hyundai Motor Group customers worth $9.17 billion in 2025
    In 2025, Hyundai Mobis won new business orders worth $9.17 billion from global automakers, excluding Hyundai Motor Group, which owns Hyundai Motor and Kia, surpassing its own target by 23%. This achievement was driven by substantial new orders for electrification components, an expanded supply of high-value-added electronic components, and proactive market entry into emerging economies such as mainland China and India. These results are notable given the revisions many global automakers hav...
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    DSPACE and MathWorks collaborate to enhance traffic simulation with open standards integration
    DSPACE and MathWorks have enhanced their collaboration to optimize traffic simulation by integrating open standards. This partnership allows developers of autonomous driving applications to utilize road models constructed in RoadRunner directly within ASM OpenX, the latest version of dSPACE traffic models, aiming to improve efficiency and decrease development time. Thorsten Püschl, product manager at dSPACE, emphasized the capability of combining ASM OpenX with RoadRunner to enable more efficie...
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    Caocao Mobility enhances Robotaxi 2.0 with Spacety's low-Earth orbit satellite technology
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    DiDi Autonomous Driving and GAC Aion deliver new-generation R2 robo-taxi
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