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NXP Semiconductors launches i.MX 952 processor for AI-powered automotive applications
NXP Semiconductors announced the i.MX 952 applications processor, part of its i.MX 9 series, designed for AI-powered vision, human-machine interfaces, and in-cabin sensing applications. The processor utilizes sensor fusion with the eIQ Neutron Neural Processing Unit to deliver capabilities like driver monitoring and child presence detection. The i.MX 952 features pin-to-pin compatibility with the i.MX 95 family, allowing developers to scale their designs across different price points efficien...
GM to introduce centralized vehicle computing platform in 2028
General Motors (GM) is set to introduce a centralized vehicle computing platform and next-generation electrical architecture across electric and gas-powered vehicles, starting with the Cadillac Escalade IQ in 2028. This new design reflects a significant transformation in the construction and potential updates of GM vehicles over time. More than 4.5 million GM vehicles can receive over-the-air (OTA) system updates, with this capability expanding by approximately 2 million vehicles annually. In 20...
Sunwoda unveils polymer-based solid-state battery cell with 400-Wh/kg energy density
Chinese battery-maker Sunwoda has unveiled a new generation of solid-state battery cells, marking a new advancement in this emerging battery technology space. The company showcased its Xin·Bixiao polymer all-solid-state battery, which boasts an energy density of 400 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg) and a cycle life of 1,200 cycles, on the sidelines of the 2025 New Energy Battery Industry Development Conference in mainland China. The event was organized in Zaozhuang city, Shandong provi...
Honda plans additional investment in Helm.ai to support development of next-generation ADAS and autonomous driving technologies
Honda Motor has announced plans for additional investment in Helm.ai to support the continued growth of the US-based AI software startup. Established in 2016, Helm.ai specializes in AI technologies advanced through unsupervised learning. Honda's investment aims to enhance the development of next-generation end-to-end (E2E) autonomous driving and advanced driver assistance systems. Honda has been collaborating with Helm.ai through its Honda Xcelerator, a global open innovation program. The Jap...
Magna reports net sales at $10.5B in Q3, up 2% YoY
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...
Andersen partners with Tap Electric to monetize EV charge points with app integration
Andersen, a UK-based design-focused EV charge point brand, has announced a partnership with Tap Electric, a platform that facilitates the sharing and monetization of EV chargers. Through this collaboration, owners of Andersen home charge points can earn money by allowing other EV drivers to use their chargers via Tap Electric's app. This integration transforms Andersen's aesthetically pleasing home chargers into smart, income-generating assets suitable for both residential and commercial venu...
Yonsei University develops fluoride-based solid electrolyte for high-voltage all-solid-state batteries
Researchers at Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea, have developed a fluoride-based solid electrolyte (LiCl–4Li₂TiF₆) that enables all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) to operate beyond 5 volts safely, overcoming a significant voltage stability barrier in battery technology. This development enhances ionic conductivity, prevents interfacial degradation, and achieves record energy density, making it a promising candidate for next-generation electric vehicles and renewable energy storage. ...
Toyota Boshoku's H1 FY2025/26 revenue up 2.5% year over year to $6.5 billion
Toyota Boshoku reported 2.5% year-over-year increase in revenue to ¥972.3 billion ($6.5 billion) in the first half of the current financial year ended Sept. 30, 2025. Higher revenue helped the Japanese supplier record a 9.5% year-over-year growth in operating profit to ¥37 billion. The company also achieved 29% year-over-year increase in net profit, attributable to the owners of the parent, to ¥17.4 billion. Revenue in Japan increased by 2.3% year over year to ¥463.6 billion, driven by hi...
Qualcomm's insights on the future of ADAS and cockpits
The automotive landscape is changing, influenced by technological advancements, and shifting consumer preferences across different regions. In the cockpit market, mainland China is focusing on rapid innovation and AI integration to improve in-vehicle experiences. European consumers prioritize safety, convenience and sustainability, while US consumers emphasize entertainment and personalization along with safety. These regional differences lead original equipment manufacturers to adapt their c...
Interior insight: Honda Civic
In an era where automotive interiors increasingly double as digital showcases, the Honda Civic takes a more measured path. This restrained yet functional approach signals Honda’s continued commitment to usability, durability and real-world practicality over tech theatrics. Now in its 11th generation, it remains a benchmark in the compact hatchback segment — not through revolution, but through refinement. With hybrid drivetrains now mainstream and user expectations escalating, its cabin is...
Interior Insight: Honda ZR-V
Honda ZR-V enters the crowded sport utility vehicle (SUV) market with a hybrid-only powertrain, Civic-based architecture and a clear emphasis on agile handling over sheer practicality. Sitting between the HR-V and CR-V, it targets buyers looking for premium touches without crossing into luxury-brand territory. This review continues our series exploring in-car tech and materials. Materials and finish Honda has made a perceptible quality uplift compared to previous models and even the Civic ...
Is the automotive industry facing another chip crisis? Nexperia's control shift raises questions
On Oct. 13, the Dutch government took control of Nexperia, a semiconductor manufacturer owned by mainland China's Wingtech.. This intervention aims to safeguard critical technological capabilities in the Netherlands and Europe, as approximately 80% of Nexperia's production capacity is based in mainland China, raising alarms about potential supply chain disruptions in the automotive industry. Who is exposed? While German original equipment manufacturers have been the first to raise the alar...
Strategic shift: Impact of exclusion from mainland China’s 15th Five-Year Plan on the EV industry
Mainland China’s electric vehicle industry has experienced remarkable growth over the past decade, backed by aggressive government policies supporting new-energy vehicles (NEVs), including battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and fuel cell vehicles (FCVs). However, in the past two years, mainland China’s policy approach has evolved due to emerging challenges, such as oversupply, fierce domestic competition and a maturing market. Mainland China has dro...
Qualcomm's insights on the future of ADAS and cockpits
The automotive landscape is changing, influenced by technological advancements, and shifting consumer preferences across different regions. In the cockpit market, mainland China is focusing on rapid innovation and AI integration to improve in-vehicle experiences. European consumers prioritize safety, convenience and sustainability, while US consumers emphasize entertainment and personalization along with safety. These regional differences lead original equipment manufacturers to adapt their c...
Interior insight: Honda Civic
In an era where automotive interiors increasingly double as digital showcases, the Honda Civic takes a more measured path. This restrained yet functional approach signals Honda’s continued commitment to usability, durability and real-world practicality over tech theatrics. Now in its 11th generation, it remains a benchmark in the compact hatchback segment — not through revolution, but through refinement. With hybrid drivetrains now mainstream and user expectations escalating, its cabin is...
The Battery Show North America 2025: Driving the future of battery and EV innovation
The Battery Show North America 2025, which was held in Detroit in early October, turned out to be an essential platform to witness innovative solutions and advancements in battery manufacturing, electric vehicle powertrains and thermal solutions, and energy storage technologies. Along with a focus on cell technology, the focus at the Battery Show North America was also around the peripheral technologies, including battery manufacturing solutions, advanced material battery components and thermal ...

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