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...

Eleport, one of the leading electric vehicles public charging service providers in Central and Eastern Europe, has partnered with Ampeco, a global EV charging software provider, to deliver a seamless and standardized EV charging experience across the region, the two companies said in a joint announcement on June 24. Eleport operates a rapidly expanding charging network that spans Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland. The company plans to expand its EV charging network further through 20...

ChargeZone has launched one of India's largest electric vehicle charging hubs in Bangalore. The facility aims to bolster India's national EV infrastructure, especially in urban areas with high fleet activity. The hub features over 210 charging points, which include 80 DC fast chargers with 160 outlets and 50 AC chargers with 50 outlets. With an installed capacity of more than 4 MW, the facility is not only vast but also one of the most potent EV charging sites in the country. It is tailored t...

Bengaluru-based electric vehicle charging software startup Kazam has secured $6.2 million in Series B funding from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), alongside existing investors Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India and Avaana Capital. This funding round elevates Kazam's total capital raised to $19.2 million, which includes $13 million from previous equity rounds led by Avaana Capital, Vertex Ventures and Chakra Ventures. Kazam intends to use this new investment to e...

The world's largest battery manufacturer, CATL, has made a strategic move into the robo-taxi sector by establishing a new joint venture with local partners. The new JV, Shanghai Zaofu Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd., was registered in Shanghai and has a capital of 1.288 billion yuan (about $177.5 million). The newly formed company will focus on developing Level 4 autonomous driving technology. The joint effort includes contributions from Hello, Ant Group and CATL, with initial investments ...

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Software-defined vehicles are reshaping the automotive landscape, merging technology with connectivity and security. This analysis originally debuted on the Fuel for Thought podcast, where Manuel Tagliavini, Principal Analyst for SDV and Software, engaged in a compelling discussion with moderator Guido Vildozo, Associate Director of Automotive Consulting at S&P Global. Click the link above to download the whole article.

Leap Energy, a platform for virtual power plants (VPPs), and XOS Inc., an electric truck manufacturer and fleet services provider, have forged a partnership to provide grid revenue opportunities for electrified fleets. This collaboration entails connecting XOS Hub charging technology to energy markets using Leap's automated platform. XOS manufactures electric stepvan vehicles for prominent logistics companies such as FedEx and UPS, and has developed the XOS Hub, a mobile, battery-integra...

At the EVS38 event, Gireve, Hubject and Irdeto announced a new collaboration to expand Plug&Charge accessibility globally. The strategic cooperation, called the Gireve-Hubject-Irdeto Plug&Charge Interoperability partnership, seeks to address significant barriers to electric vehicle adoption by enhancing the ease of use and integration of Plug&Charge systems. The collaboration aims to create a more seamless charging experience for users and accelerate the adoption of Plug&...

The Nissan Murano is produced at the Smyrna Vehicle Assembly Plant in Tennessee.  Production of the vehicle is expected to peak at more than 37111 in 2025  according to a forecast from S&P Global Mobility. Image Source : Nissan  Suppliers to the Nissan Murano COMPONENT NAME SUPPLIERS Connected Garage Door Access Control Chamberlain Group LED Rear Combination Lamp North American Lighting ...

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Indian automaker Mahindra has chosen Cinemo as its infotainment solutions technology provider. Cinemo is set to power bring-your-own-device (BYOD) infotainment capabilities for Mahindra’s range of electric sport utility vehicles. For its modular INGLO platform and intelligence suite (Mahindra Artificial Intelligence Architecture [MAIA]), Mahindra selected Cinemo's CARS Connect suite to enable premium digital media experiences on brought-in devices. The project advanced from kick-off to product...

The automotive sector is experiencing a seismic shift, with software-defined vehicles (SDVs) leading the charge. These vehicles use advanced software to improve functionality, enabling features such as over-the-air updates and real-time data analytics. While this shift aims to enhance user experience, it also presents challenges, especially in integrating new technologies into existing organizational frameworks. In this interview with S&P Global Mobility, Henry Bzeih, chief software offic...

US carmaker General Motors (GM) announced that it plans to invest $4 billion over the next two years to boost its domestic production of gasoline-powered and electric vehicles. This investment aims to increase the company's annual domestic vehicle assembly to over 2 million units. GM's announcement follows an earlier plan to invest $888 million in the Tonawanda propulsion plant near Buffalo, New York, to support the development of its next-generation V-8 engine. The new investments will impac...

WeaveGrid, a provider of smart charging software for electric vehicles, and electric-car maker Rivian have announced a collaboration aimed at introducing grid-integrated smart charging capabilities. These capabilities will be made available later in 2025 and are designed to enable Rivian customers to participate in WeaveGrid-managed utility programs. WeaveGrid said that participation in these programs will allow customers to earn financial incentives while contributing to grid reliabilit...

LDRA, a provider of automated software verification, traceability and standards compliance, announced it has joined both the Renesas Ready Partner Network and the R-Car Consortium. This collaboration expands LDRA's support to include system development using Renesas R-Car system-on-a-chip (SoCs), microprocessors (MPUs) and microcontrollers (MCUs) that must comply with industrywide functional safety and cybersecurity standards. The Renesas Ready Partner Network curates trusted technology partn...

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P3 digital services, a provider of in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) technology, partnered with VNC Automotive to bring innovative connectivity solutions to the SPARQ OS IVI system based on Android Automotive OS (AAOS). Through this collaboration, automakers using the SPARQ OS platform can now offer VNC Automotive’s Cobalt Link+ solution that seamlessly integrates smartphone functionality into the connected vehicle environment. Cobalt Link+ enables user interface mirroring of the smartphone, al...

Hubject; Heliox, a Siemens Business; Accelera, a Cummins business unit focused on electric and hydrogen solutions; and Blue Bird Corp. have partnered to achieve the first commercial deployment of an interoperable vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging solution powered by the ISO 15118-20 standard, a major milestone for the electric vehicle industry. This standard establishes secure, bidirectional communication between EVs and charging infrastructure. While Hubject contributes the digital in...

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Ampeco, a leading supplier of electric vehicle charging management software, and I-charging, an innovative high-power DC charging hardware manufacturer, have signed a strategic partnership to deliver fully National Type Evaluation Program/California Type Evaluation Program (NTEP/CTEP)-compliant charging solutions in the US, Ampeco announced May 29. The NTEP and CTEP are mandatory certifications required by EV charging solution providers to ensure the accuracy of energy consumption measur...

In a notable collaboration between two competing electric-car makers in mainland China, Nio and Zeekr have teamed up to share their respective electric vehicle charging facilities. On May 29, Nio's energy unit, Nio Power, and Zeekr's energy division, Zeekr Power, signed a cooperation agreement for their charging facilities. This collaboration aims to provide their customers with an efficient and convenient EV charging service. Users of Nio's brands, including Nio, Onvo and Fire...

The biennial Auto Shanghai 2025 has emerged as a showcase for an array of technologies that blend hardware with software, effectively blurring the lines of traditional automotive classifications. Over the last decade, the event has matured into a pivotal global stage for both local debuts and international launches. Yet, the conspicuous absence of several key brands suggests a potential transformation within the industry. For the first time since 2002, major Korean automakers Hyundai, Kia, an...

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Xiaomi EV has unveiled its first sport utility vehicle, the YU7. Positioned as a high-performance luxury SUV, the YU7 represents a completely reimagined vehicle from the ground up, including refreshed design, cabin comfort, safety and smart capabilities.  To begin, the YU7 has significantly upgraded its electrical/electronic architecture (EEA). It adopts a Four-in-One Domain Control Module, integrating the assisted driving domain (ADD) controller, digital cockpit domain (DCD) controller,...

Red Hat announced that its in-vehicle operating system (OS) has achieved functional safety certification as a Safety Element out-of-Context (SEooC) against the ISO 26262 Edition 2, 2018- Level ASIL-B standard. Slated for full release in the third quarter of 2025, the in-vehicle OS now delivers a certified, open source platform that meets the stringent risk management and safety requirements of the automotive industry for in-vehicle, operator-critical computer systems. Built upon the robust an...

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Porsche Cars North America Inc. (PCNA) announced the successful addition of over 97,000 charging stations to the Porsche Charging Service, bringing the total number of stations available to customers in the US to 102,000, with further expansions planned for 2025. Timo Resch, president and CEO of PCNA, highlighted this as a critical step in Porsche's electric vehicle strategy, emphasizing the importance of providing flexibility and a seamless charging experience for customers purchasing electr...

Gravity, a US-based electric vehicle charging hardware and software solutions provider and site operator, has announced the launch of an initial network of eight high-speed EV charging sites that it plans to set up across greater Los Angeles. These sites will provide 500-kW charging capabilities, nearly double the speed of Tesla Superchargers, and will be located in areas such as Pacific Palisades, Long Beach, Manhattan Beach and East Pasadena. The first locations are expected to open in 2025...

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The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) announced that it has released a new Compliance Test Specification (CTS) software model for its DisplayPort Automotive Extensions (DP AE) specification. Featuring more than 500 tests for functional safety and security compliance testing, the new, fully executable Linux C-model provides support for end-to-end automotive display functional safety (FuSa) and security. Designed to support the latest versions of DisplayPort (version 2.1a) and Embedde...

German luxury-car maker Mercedes-Benz has signed a strategic partnership with The Mobility House for implementing advanced vehicle-grid-integration (VGI) across Europe, Mercedes-Benz announced May 5. Under the partnership, both companies plan to combine their expertise in electromobility and charging technologies to intelligently connect Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles with the power grid. The partnership includes smart charging offers for private households, providing both unidirectional ...

Siemens has introduced Depot360 Home Charging Reimbursement in the US as part of its Managed Services portfolio, aimed at fleet operators. This service uses vehicle telematics data and geofencing to monitor and accurately identify home-charging sessions, offering a reimbursement solution that reduces operational costs and capital investments. The service benefits fleet operators by eliminating the need for networked chargers and dedicated meters, enabling reimbursement solely for company flee...

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Changan Automobile, a leading Chinese vehicle manufacturer, has chalked out three key strategies as part of its mid-to-long term roadmap, the company announced April 27 at the ongoing Auto Shanghai 2025. Changan said its three key strategies include Shangri-La Mission, Dubhe Plan and its Vast Ocean Plan, covering the expansion of its new-energy vehicle (NEV) portfolio, global footprint, and new investment in intelligent driving technologies and innovations. Under its Shangri-La Mission, Ch...

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TuneIn has announced a new partnership with Visteon to integrate its extensive selection of global radio stations and podcasts into Visteon's automotive app library. TuneIn, known for offering the largest catalog of live radio, podcasts and audiobooks worldwide, will initially be available in select regions with plans to expand to more vehicles and countries. This partnership provides drivers with 24/7 access to over 100,000 radio stations, millions of podcasts and 100,000 audiobooks through the...

Yokohama, Japan-headquartered Isuzu Motors Ltd. and Fujitsu Ltd., based in Kawasaki, Japan, have entered into a partnership agreement to enhance the development of software-defined vehicles (SDVs) for the commercial mobility sector. This collaboration aims to address logistical challenges such as boosting efficiency and achieving carbon neutrality by leveraging Isuzu's expertise in commercial vehicles and Fujitsu's strengths in digital technology. The partnership will focus on developing soft...

Tesla’s plans to import undisclosed components from mainland China for its Cybercab and Semi electric trucks in the US were suspended after US President Donald Trump raised tariffs on the import of mainland Chinese goods amid deepening trade tensions, according to a news report published by Reuters on April 16. The report cited an unnamed source with direct knowledge of the matter. The move could disrupt Tesla's plan to commence mass production of the much-anticipated models, accord...

BMW's all-electric Neue Klasse models set to debut in 2025 feature innovative driving and user experience. A key component of this revolution is the BMW Panoramic iDrive concept, which includes the HypersonX soundscape, crafted by the BMW Group Sound Design Studio. This soundscape encompasses 43 unique sound signals, along with special driving sounds for Personal Mode and Sport Mode, adapting dynamically to the driving context to foster an emotional bond between the vehicle and its driver. Th...

Kia Europe has developed Kia Soundscapes, an experiment that translates landscapes into symphonic compositions. In collaboration with the marketing agency Innocean Berlin and music company DaHouse, this project enables passengers with visual impairments to experience the beauty of road trips in new ways.  Research shows that music activates the visual cortex in individuals who are blind. This area of the brain is typically reserved for sight and perception. Inspired by this, Kia Sou...

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Google has reportedly agreed to modify its automotive services and maps platform to end a German antitrust investigation that could have resulted in a hefty fine, with the changes applying across Europe. The German Federal Cartel Office said it had ended its probe into the matter after Google made commitments to allow the use of competitors' maps and apps within its platform. The remedies are expected to apply more broadly and not just in Germany because carmakers seek to develop unifo...

Hyundai Motor Group introduced its new mobility software brand Pleos at its 2025 developer conference held on March 28, marking a pivotal shift toward becoming a mobility technology company. Pleos, combining the Greek word "pleo" for "more" and OS for operating system, is designed to support autonomous movement and smart management of all mobile devices, connecting transportation and infrastructure to create a more efficient mobility environment. Specifically, Pleos aims to enhance the i...

The Nvidia GPU Technology Conference (GTC) 2025 took place from March 17 to 21, 2025, at the San Jose Convention Center, California. This event continued to serve as a platform for developers, researchers, engineers and innovators to explore the latest advancements in GPU technology and its applications across various industries, such as AI and autonomous vehicles. At Nvidia's GTC 2025, CEO Jensen Huang's keynote highlighted the transformative potential of agentic AI using accelerated computi...

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Paua, the UK’s leading electric vehicle charging network for fleets, has signed a partnership with Milence, Europe’s leading provider of electric truck charging solutions, to integrate the latter’s high-power charging network for electric trucks into its platform to accelerate electrification of heavy commercial vehicles (HCVs) in the country, Paua said April 2. Paua said as the UK accelerates toward a zero-emission transport future, fleet operators are demanding reliable and seaml...

Four industry-leading European electric vehicle charging companies — Atlante, Electra, Fastned and Ionity — have come together to form an alliance called Spark Alliance to establish Europe’s largest and most trusted EV charging network, the four companies said in a joint statement on April 2. According to a press note published by Fastned, the CEOs of Atlante, Electra, Fastned and Ionity took a joint decision to form the first-of-its-kind collaboration on April 2 at the Cercle de l'Unio...

Kia has introduced a comprehensive update for its model year 2022 and above vehicles, focusing on enhancing the overall user experience with a suite of new features for its all-electric EV3 sport utility vehicle, alongside improvements across connectivity, voice control, entertainment and navigation. This update is notable for introducing an AI voice assistant specifically designed for the EV3, signaling Kia's commitment to integrating advanced technology into its offerings. Among the updat...

On March 5, the European Commission rolled out an ‘Industrial Action Plan’ to define a framework that can help ramp up Europe’s research and development (R&D) and industrial capacities amid global transition to zero emission vehicles (ZEVs). The Action Plan focuses on key technology areas such as battery and battery material supply chain, autonomous and connected car tech, software and hardware, charging infrastructure among several others. The Action Plan aims to further build on t...

The government of Serbia has agreed to provide $3.8 million in subsidies to US electric-car maker Rivian’s Belgrade-based local unit Rivian SE Europe, according to a news report published March 28. The grant is aimed at supporting Rivian’s research and development center, which was opened in the capital of Serbia in December 2022. Citing a contract signed by Rivian and Serbia’s Ministry of Economy, the report mentioned that Rivian SE Europe is committed to invest more than $7.1 milli...

O9 Solutions, a company that has developed an AI software platform that is used for planning and decision-making, has entered into a software-as-a-service or SaaS agreement with Japan’s largest vehicle manufacturer Toyota Motor Corporation, o9 Solutions announced on March 31. As part of the agreement, Toyota will deploy o9’s advanced supply chain management platform, which is expected to help the vehicle manufacturer in optimizing its supply chain operations and drive greater efficiency i...

As part of the shift to software-defined vehicles (SDVs), cloud computing has become a strategic extension of the vehicle-embedded systems computing. As a part of the cloud ecosystem, a collection of components work together to create a comprehensive experience for end vehicle users. These components include telematics, connectivity, infotainment, remote control and monitoring, software and firmware updates, data analytics, cybersecurity, and autonomous and connected features. The goal of an ...

Amperfied GmbH, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG, has won a major contract for EV fleets wherein it is slated to take over the management of the EV charging infrastructure in Germany for SAP SE, the company announced on March 26. Implementation will begin in the second quarter of 2025 with the migration of 1,720 existing SAP charge points to Amperfied's cloud backend, it said, adding that a further expansion to about 3,700 charge points is planned. According to the company, t...

NaaS Technology Inc., the first US-listed electric vehicle charging service company in mainland China, has signed a strategic partnership with Xiaomi Auto, a subsidiary of Xiaomi Group, to jointly work with the electric-car maker to enhance interconnectivity in EV charging, elevate user experience and drive innovation in intelligent mobility, NaaS announced March 17. By integrating NaaS' extensive charging network with Xiaomi Auto, its partnership with Xiaomi aims to provide seamles...

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The Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) has announced its CCC Digital Key certification program now includes coverage for Bluetooth low energy (BLE) and ultra-wideband (UWB) technologies. This expansion builds on the existing certification, which addresses the near-field communication (NFC) components of a digital key solution, and will incorporate additional functionalities, such as remote access, passive entry and passive start. The inclusion of BLE and UWB in the program ensures that digital...

Google has begun rolling out Android Auto 14.0 to users, marking a significant step toward the introduction of Gemini, a new personal AI assistant expected to replace Google Assistant in Android Auto. This latest update, which follows a beta release earlier in March, is now available on the stable release track and is gradually appearing in the Play Store for users. However, the full deployment of Android Auto 14.0 is expected to take several weeks. Despite the anticipation, the update does not ...

Terbine, an AI software developer, unveiled its Charging Network Management Platform (CNMP) during the EV Charging Summit & Expo in Las Vegas, on March 25. The platform is aimed at consolidating the operation of electric vehicle charging networks into a singular environment, a necessity that has become more pressing with doubts over the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program and general market trends toward consolidation. CNMP offers AI-enabled management for multive...

Lynkwell, a provider of electric vehicle charging solutions, has announced the launch of QuickLynk, a first-of-its-kind automated onboarding product designed to drastically reduce the time required to connect newly installed EV chargers from hours to just a few minutes. QuickLynk simplifies the setup process for Lynkwell's XLynk Level 2 chargers by eliminating manual configurations, allowing installers to work more efficiently and site hosts to easily control their chargers. This so...

Renault Group-backed electric mobility brand Mobilize plans to expand its electric vehicle charging network to 650 charging stations across France, Italy, Belgium and Spain by 2028, the company announced March 26. Established in 2023, the company operates an existing network of 25 stations in France. It aims to expand this network to 100 charging sites by the end of 2025. “During the second half of 2025 and in 2026, Mobilize will expand its network in Belgium and Spain, two key markets f...

Ampeco, a leading provider of electric vehicle charging management software, has appointed Bart Saunders as head of Business Development for the US and Canada, the company announced March 26. In his new role, Saunders will spearhead business growth initiatives across North America, further strengthening Ampeco’s capabilities to serve the rapidly evolving EV charging ecosystem in this important region. According to the company, the senior executive brings a wealth of experience from the e...

Michigan, US-based New Eagle, a provider of embedded software solutions and electronic control units, has announced collaboration with the SDVerse platform, marking a significant move in the software-defined vehicle (SDV) ecosystem. By joining SDVerse, New Eagle aims to leverage its mechatronic control systems and advanced software engineering capabilities to expedite the development of SDVs, thereby transforming the SDV landscape. This partnership is expected to accelerate development timelines...

Cinemo has announced the launch of three innovative products aimed at revolutionizing the in-car experience: CARS Connect Direct, CARS Connect Audio and CARS Connect Camera. These products are the latest additions to the CARS Connect Suite, an extensive product line developed on the Android Automotive OS (AAOS) platform. This suite is designed to transform vehicles into entertainment, productivity and connectivity hubs by integrating both built-in and brought-in devices. CARS Connect Direct a...

UK-based electric vehicle charge-point operator (CPO) Believ has acquired the assets of Switch EV, a cloud-based charge-point management solutions provider, to build new capabilities to meet the future EV infrastructure requirements of local authorities, businesses, landowners and EV drivers, according to a news report published by The Energyst on March 24. According to the news report, Switch EV’s scalable platform is designed to provide real-time charger data to support CPOs in incre...

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The Michigan Economic Development Corp., in collaboration with Consumers Energy, has selected Rhythmos.io to conduct a pilot program aimed at optimizing electric vehicle charging in Grand Rapids, Michigan, utilizing its CadencyEdgeAI platform. This initiative, supported by a $170,000 grant from the state of Michigan's Office of Future Mobility and Electrification (OFME), seeks to demonstrate a cost-effective and equitable approach to accommodate the increasing adoption of EVs while managing...

Singer Electric, New Zealand’s leading electrical solutions provider, has forged a strategic partnership with Ampeco, a leading provider of electric vehicle charging management software to integrate the latter’s platform into its Apollo ecosystem, Ampeco announced March 20. The move will help position Singer Electric as New Zealand’s largest managed EV charging network by the end of the first half of 2025. According to the press note, Singer Electric has already built a strong founda...

Cerence AI has announced the launch of Cerence xUI agentic AI assistant platform, designed to function across both edge and cloud environments. Cerence xUI aims to revolutionize large language model-powered in-vehicle user experiences by integrating capabilities from NVIDIA and Microsoft platforms and solutions. Cerence AI has secured several strategic partnerships and proof-of-concept programs with global automakers to incorporate Cerence xUI into future in-cabin experiences, highlighting the c...

Continental has announced the introduction of an innovative software application, AI-Based Requirement Engineering, aimed at revolutionizing requirements management within product development for the automotive sector. This move is part of Continental's strategy to align more closely with customer and market needs as it progresses toward becoming an independent listed company. The software, praised for its efficiency and precision, leverages AI to significantly accelerate a crucial step in produ...

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AI is now a necessity in the automotive industry. From autonomous driving systems that promise seamless travel to in-cabin technologies that personalize our journeys, AI has become  a catalyst for accelerating the integration of new revolutionary technologies into vehicles. Until recently, there had been a prevailing notion that developing leading-edge large language models (LLMs) require significant technical and financial resources. That notion, however, stands disrupted now by a Chine...

German premium carmaker Mercedes-Benz announced March 11 that it will replace Mercedes me Charge with MB.CHARGE, bundling all digital charging solutions for the public under the latter from mid-March. “MB.CHARGE will become the umbrella for Mercedes-Benz's digital charging solutions,” the company said in a statement. Besides bundling all digital functions for public charging under MB.CHARGE Public, the carmaker also aims to offer extended features to make charging even more convenient ...

Synopsys and Vector Informatik have entered into a strategic collaboration aimed at propelling the automotive sector toward the adoption of software-defined vehicles (SDVs), according to a press release on March 10. Through this partnership, the companies plan to offer pre-integrated solutions combining Vector's expertise in software factory processes with Synopsys' proficiency in electronics digital twins. This initiative is expected to facilitate a shift-left in software validation and enhance...

Ford Motor Co. announced March 10 that it will invest up to €4.4 billion into its German subsidiary, Ford-Werke GmbH, to support the transformation of its European business and increase its long-term competitiveness. The new financing includes a capital injection to reduce the debt of Ford plants and funds for a multiyear business plan aimed at supporting ongoing restructuring efforts. “This move replaces the letter of comfort issued by Ford Motor Company in 2006 and brings the support...

Chinese electric-car maker Nio is implementing a new organizational restructuring to focus more on cost control, with William Li, the company’s founder, chairman and CEO, increasing his involvement in the supply chain management, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on March 10. The CnEVPost news report cites local media 36kr as the original source of this news. It said that the electric-vehicle maker has launched an internal management mechanism called Cell Business Uni...

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SK On has announced plans to develop an innovative AI model aimed at optimizing its electric vehicle battery production by 2028. The initiative, revealed by Kim Sang-jin, vice president and head of the new Form Factor Product Development Office, is set to significantly improve cost and operational efficiency within the company. During a presentation at the InterBattery expo conference, Kim introduced the Battery Foundation Model, an advanced AI system designed to utilize big data for gui...

The automotive industry is transforming as it faces sustainability pressures and must adapt to changing market dynamics. Recently, the focus on sustainability has intensified due to regulatory requirements, consumer demand for greener products and the urgent need to combat climate change. The S&P Global Mobility 2025 Supplier Outlook highlights the sustainability practices being adopted across the automotive supply chain. The growing pressure for sustainability Luz Mauch, executive vic...

The automotive industry is rapidly evolving, shaped by shifting consumer preferences and economic pressures. Suppliers must be agile and proactive, swiftly responding to consumer demands while balancing production costs and profitability in a fiercely competitive market. The S&P Global Mobility 2025 Supplier Outlook emphasizes the need for suppliers to tackle these market changes head-on. Consumer behavior in flux Economic factors are key in shaping how consumers behave. In turn, these...

Cadillac has announced the introduction of the all-electric 2026 Cadillac ESCALADE IQL, an expansion of its Escalade lineup. The vehicle offers a bevy of connected and digital features for occupants. The vehicle features 12.6-inch-diagonal personal screens, a rear command center, dual wireless phone charging pads and massaging, heating, and ventilated seats, which also offer 14-way power adjustment and headrest speakers. Other connected and technologies on offer include:  ...