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    From ‘eyes-off’ hype to ‘hands-free’ reality: Premium OEMs bet big on L2+
    While automakers from China to North America have publicly confirmed their intentions to pursue Level 3, others most notably the early adopter German premiums are subtly easing off their Level 3 ambitions as their latest Level 2+ systems come to market. BMW, Mercedes‑Benz and Stellantis all went to market with highly publicized Level 3 plans, and both German automakers have Level 3 systems in market today in very limited availability. But each has discovered that the combination of high cos...
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    BEV-native leadership and established OEM transition in SDV readiness
    The recent adoption by many original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of an electrical/electronic (E/E) architecture based on zone controllers supporting a software-defined vehicle (SDV) is slowly replacing distributed electronic control architectures that rely on small pieces of control code housed and distributed widely inside isolated electronic control units (ECUs). This new approach centralizes the hardware processing and memory in fewer, more powerful control units that will house functional...
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    How the hatchback got heavy
    In 1974, when the first Volkswagen Golf rolled off the line, it was meant to be a sensible car for sensible Europeans. Now, after half a century, it has become a rolling ledger of Brussels’ ambition. The model has accumulated weight, complexity and cost with each wave of regulation, from the earliest crash standards and pedestrian-protection measures to mandated airbags and antilock braking systems (ABS) in 2004 and electronic stability control in 2011. To trace its bill of materials is to rea...
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    Renault to launch first software-defined vehicle in South Korea in 2027
    Renault Korea has announced that it will launch its first software-defined vehicle (SDV) in South Korea in 2027 and begin manufacturing electric vehicles at its Busan, South Korea, plant in 2028. These moves are part of a broader plan to transform the South Korean unit into a hub for Renault Group's premium vehicles and future mobility. At his first press conference since taking office in September 2025, Renault Korea CEO Nicolas Paris said the company will introduce one new model every year thr...
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    DeepX considers public listing in South Korea, secondary listing in US
    DeepX, a South Korean startup specializing in AI chips, is preparing to list its shares in South Korea through an IPO, Reuters reported April 14. The firm is also open to a secondary listing in the US later through American Depositary Receipts (ADR). The on-device AI chip company, which works with Hyundai Motor and Baidu, plans to select banks to manage its IPO after wrapping up its ongoing funding round in the first half of 2026, DeepX CEO Lokwon Kim told the news agency. DeepX claims its...
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    Microchip partners with Sunny Smartlead for ASA-ML-based ADAS camera modules
    Microchip Technology and Sunny Smartlead, a subsidiary of Sunny Optical Technology Group, have announced a strategic collaboration to expand the Automotive SerDes Alliance Motion Link (ASA-ML) ecosystem. As part of the partnership, Sunny Smartlead will introduce new advanced driver assistance system camera modules based on Microchip’s VS700 family of ASA-ML devices, aimed at simplifying and accelerating camera development for the automotive industry. The collaboration combines Microchip’s...
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    NIRA Dynamics and HAAS Alert partner to deliver road condition warnings to connected vehicles
    NIRA Dynamics and HAAS Alert have announced a strategic collaboration to integrate NIRA Dynamics' Road Surface Alerts into HAAS Alert's Safety Cloud platform. The collaboration combines NIRA Dynamics' capabilities in detecting road surface conditions such as slipperiness, hydroplaning and friction levels with HAAS Alert's digital alerting platform, which already serves millions of connected vehicles from Stellantis (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Alfa Romeo), ŠKODA, Fleetworthy and Kodiak. Thro...
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    Auto China 2026: HERE showcases AI-powered mapping technology
    HERE Technologies announced its participation in Auto China 2026 as it continues to support the international growth of mainland Chinese automakers and strengthen its role as a trusted partner for automotive brands and mobility innovators expanding into global markets.  Deon Newman, senior vice president and general manager, Asia-Pacific, said that mainland Chinese automakers are among the most innovative and dynamic companies in the global automotive industry and that HERE's strategy of...
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    Tesla launches Spring Update 2026 software with ‘Hey Grok’ and more
    Tesla is rolling out its Spring Update 2026 software with over a dozen new features, including a redesigned Self-Driving subscription app, voice-activated Grok and an auto-install option for software updates. The update also introduces a new Cyberhog Pet Mode character and virtual custom wraps for Model S and X owners. The main functional change is a redesigned Self-Driving app for vehicles with Tesla's AI4 (HW4) hardware. The new interface allows one-tap subscription to Full Self-Driving (Su...
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    Hyundai Mobis plans new investment in Nuevo Leon, Mexico
    Hyundai Mobis will invest 1 billion pesos (nearly $57.6 million) in Nuevo Leon, Mexico, to expand technology operations focused on autonomous driving, semiconductors and vehicle electrification, Mexico Business News reported April 10. The project is expected to generate approximately 250 jobs and reinforce Mexico's role within global automotive supply chains undergoing rapid technological transformation. The announcement was made by Samuel García Sepúlveda, governor of Nuevo ...
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    Marelli appoints Frederick Henderson as interim CEO and outlines future leadership transitions during Chapter 11 process
    Marelli has announced the appointment of Frederick Henderson as its interim CEO, effective immediately. Henderson succeeds David Slump, who will continue to serve on Marelli's board of directors through the company's emergence from the ongoing Chapter 11 reorganization process. Marelli filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 of US Bankruptcy Code in June 2025. Separately, the Ad Hoc Group of lenders to Marelli announced its plan to appoint Laurent Favre as Marelli's futu...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 13 April 2026
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    Bosch and Qualcomm expand collaboration to deliver scalable ADAS and digital cockpit platforms
    Bosch and Qualcomm Technologies have announced an expansion of their strategic partnership, moving beyond vehicle computers for cockpit solutions to include advanced driver assistance systems, with the aim of scaling intelligent vehicle technology to meet growing consumer demand for automated, connected and highly personalized vehicles. The companies also marked a milestone in their collaboration, stating that Bosch has developed and delivered more than 10 million vehicle computers based on...
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    Nio chairman urges standardization of EV batteries and chips in mainland China
    Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio's founder, chairman and CEO, William Li, has urged that mainland China's electric vehicle industry needs to unify battery cell specifications and reduce semiconductor varieties to curb significant capital waste in the supply chain.  Speaking at the China EV 100 forum, Li said that such standards would help the industry amid rising margin pressures in the world's largest car market. Li further said that the extremely fast p...
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    Murata expands automotive MLCC lineup with mass production start of seven AEC-Q200-qualified MLCCs
    Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd. has started mass production of seven AEC-Q200-qualified multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) that achieve the world's largest capacitance for a given rated voltage and size, supporting stable operation of in-vehicle systems and greater design flexibility. Five parts in the general-purpose/high-reliability ceramic multilayer capacitor (GCM) series are rated at 2.5 volts direct current (Vdc) to 4 Vdc for integrated circuit (IC) peripheral circuits in advanced dr...
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    Marelli to showcase in-cabin SDV innovations at Auto China 2026
    Marelli will showcase its latest in-cabin innovations at Auto China 2026 in Beijing from April 24 to May 3. The company will demonstrate how the convergence of electronics and interiors enables a unified, software-defined cockpit that combines computing, AI, high-performance MiniLED full array local dimming (FALD), HorizonView pillar-to-pillar displays and advanced interior technologies to create smart, immersive and affordable experiences in the era of software-defined vehicles (SDVs)...
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    Intel joins SpaceX and Tesla to build Texas semiconductor factory
    Intel will participate with SpaceX and Tesla in building a new US semiconductor factory in Texas, US, although the extent of its role has not been detailed. In a corporate post on X, Intel said its ability to design, fabricate and package ultrahigh-performance chips at scale will support Terafab's aim to produce 1 terawatt per year of compute to power future advances in AI and robotics. Tesla CEO Elon Musk had announced in March a collaboration between SpaceX and Tesla to develop chips for AI...
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    ThunderX adopts SAFERTOS for safety-critical AI domain controller platforms using Qualcomm system-on-chips
    ThunderX announced the strategic adoption of SAFERTOS from WITTENSTEIN high-integrity systems (WHIS) across its next-generation domain controller platforms powered by Qualcomm SA8775P and SA8650P. As global original equipment manufacturers transition toward centralized, AI-driven, software-defined vehicle (SDV) architectures, ThunderX is reinforcing the functional safety and real-time control foundation of its AI domain controllers to support scalable deployment of intelligent driving and i...
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    Valeo inaugurates vision camera assembly line at Sanand Facility in India
    Valeo Brain Division has inaugurated a new high-definition (HD) surround-view camera production line at the Sanand Facility in Gujarat, India. The new production line will focus on high-volume manufacturing of next-generation vision camera systems for major original equipment manufacturers in India. These systems are intended to enhance driver assistance, improve road safety and support growing demand for autonomous and semi-autonomous driving technologies in the region. The ...
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    Tesla rolls out FSD v14.3 update with MLIR rewrite
    Tesla has begun rolling out Full Self-Driving (Supervised) (FSD) v14.3 to HW4 vehicles as software version 2026.2.9.6. The main change is a complete rewrite of the AI compiler and runtime on Multi-Level Intermediate Representation (MLIR), which Tesla said delivers a 20% faster reaction time and improves model iteration speed. This release is for HW4 versions of the Model S, 3, X, Y and Cybertruck and continues the FSD v14 and v14.2 end-to-end neural-net releases on HW4, with no support for ...
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    General Motors recalls over 270,000 Chevrolet Malibu cars in US for rearview camera display defect
    General Motors (GM) is recalling more than 270,000 vehicles in the US due to a problem with their rearview camera displays. The recall affects certain 2023–2025 model year Chevrolet Malibu vehicles, where the rearview cameras may display blank or distorted images, according to a filing with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The report said that only about 6% of the vehicles under recall have faulty cameras. GM's camera supplier, Sharp Electronics, identified an issue wi...
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    Murata mass-produces seven automotive multilayer ceramic capacitors
    Murata Manufacturing has begun mass production of seven AEC-Q200-qualified multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) that achieve the world's largest capacitance for a given rated voltage and size, aimed at supporting stable operation of in-vehicle systems and providing greater design flexibility. Five GCM series parts are rated at 2.5-4 Vdc for integrated circuit (IC) peripheral circuits in advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous driving applications, while two MLCCs are rated at 25 Vdc f...
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    Xpeng launches 2026 MONA M03 sedan with upgraded range and intelligent driving features
    Xpeng Motors has officially launched the 2026 MONA M03, an updated version of its entry-level sedan, priced from 119,800 yuan to 151,800 yuan (approximately $16,500-$20,900) across six variants. The Ultra SE variant is scheduled to begin deliveries in August. The model targets younger buyers by combining competitive pricing with upgraded AI-driven driving capabilities, an improved maximum range of 640 km (China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle [CLTC]) and enhanced smart features, alongside a s...
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    BMW prepares its Munich plant to produce all-electric i3 sedan
    BMW Group Plant Munich is nearing a major milestone in its transformation, with the start of series production of the BMW i3, the second model in the Neue Klasse range. The production is scheduled to start in August. This marks the beginning of the rollout of the Neue Klasse within the BMW Group's global production network. Milan Nedeljković, member of the BMW AG management board, Production, said that the BMW iFACTORY provides a consistent, strategic framework for production, suppor...
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    Excelfore delivers OTA and remote diagnostics platform for new Tata Sierra
    Excelfore has announced the deployment of a comprehensive, standards-based over-the-air (OTA) software update and remote diagnostics platform for Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV), launching with the new Tata Sierra. This initiative is presented as a major step in operationalizing software-defined vehicle (SDV) capabilities at a production scale. The new Tata Sierra is described as reflecting a shift from static vehicle programs to continuously evolving platforms. It is engineered from in...
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    Gotion and partners launch heavy-duty electric logistics corridor between Morocco and France
    Gotion, Green Power Morocco (GPM) and Chery Heavy Trucks have signed an agreement in Rabat, Morocco, to develop a heavy-duty electric logistics corridor between Morocco and France to advance lower-emission cross-continental freight. The 2,000-km route will connect Agadir in southern Morocco through the Port of Tangier to Perpignan in southern France, a corridor that is served by about 2,000 heavy trucks daily. The partners plan to phase in electric trucks and supporting infrastructure to reduce ...
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    NHTSA closes probe into Tesla Actually Smart Summon feature after software updates
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said it closed a probe into nearly 2.6 million Tesla vehicles over the Actually Smart Summon feature after determining it was linked only to low-speed incidents. The probe, opened in early 2025 following reports of several crashes, examined the feature that allows users to move vehicles over short distances in parking areas or on private property using a smartphone app. The agency found the feature was primarily associated with low-sp...
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    India-UK collaborate to drive innovation in EV charging solutions
    The Technology Development Board (TDB), under the Department of Science & Technology (DST), government of India, has signed an agreement with Scharge Pvt. Ltd. for a project titled Powering EV Charging Innovation. The initiative is supported under the India-UK Collaborative R&D Programme for Industrial Sustainability, in partnership with UK-based Albright Product Design Ltd., to develop advanced solutions for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The project aims to create next-ge...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 6 April 2026
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    Minieye expands autonomous logistics through neueHCT JV
    Minieye announced it will jointly establish a new company with neueHCT to integrate their strengths in technology, capital and market access. The partnership will initially focus on autonomous logistics solutions, with plans to expand into multiscenario robotic delivery systems and to build a full-stack capability from research and development to global deployment. NeueHCT, established in 2022 by Horizon Robotics and Aumovio, is described as a leading global supplier of intelligent driving ...
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    International and Ryder begin autonomous truck pilot on Texas long-haul freight route
    International Motors (International) announced the launch of a joint autonomous truck pilot with Ryder System, placing a factory-integrated autonomous vehicle into a live freight operation. Ryder is International's inaugural customer participating in the truck manufacturer's previously announced autonomous fleet trial program. As part of the pilot, Ryder is operating a daily 600-mile route along the I-35 corridor between Ryder locations in Laredo and Temple, Texas. The pilot is designed to demon...
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    Novelic enters India with ASPER radar platform for ADAS applications
    Novelic, a Serbia-based supplier of millimeter-wave radar solutions, has entered the Indian market through its newly incorporated entity, Novelic India Private Ltd., which is headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The expansion will allow Novelic, in which the Indian supplier Sona Comstar acquired a 54% equity stake in 2023, to target the growing demand for advanced driver assistance systems across India's rapidly expanding mobility sector. Earlier in 2026, Novelic, together wit...
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    Silicon Austria Labs and partners develop redundant electrical architecture for next-gen EVs
    An Austrian collaborative project involving Silicon Austria Labs, Infi­neon Tech­nolo­gies Austria, and AVL List has developed innovative solutions for modern high-voltage and low-voltage vehicle electrical systems, enabling more compact, reliable and fault-tolerant electrical systems for future electric vehicles. After a two-year run, the REDSEL research project was successfully completed, focusing on developing a redundant high-voltage/low-voltage electrical system architecture that enables...
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    STMicroelectronics launches low‑resistance MOSFETs to boost efficiency in power distribution
    STMicroelectronics (ST) has introduced a series of low-RDS(on) metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFETs) based on new Smart STripFET F8 technology, designed for optimum conduction performance and small die size. These devices are aimed at space-constrained applications such as power distribution and battery management in automotive products. The first device in the series, the STL059N4S8AG, is a 40V/420A N-channel enhancement-mode MOSFET with RDS(on) of 0.59 milliohm, suppli...
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    LG Energy Solution joins SDVerse marketplace with battery software for software-defined vehicles
    LG Energy Solution announced that it has joined SDVerse, becoming the first battery company to enter the business-to-business (B2B) automotive software marketplace. The move reflects the company's expansion beyond battery manufacturing into software and services for next-generation vehicles. SDVerse, co-founded in 2024 by General Motors, Magna and Wipro, is described as the automotive industry's first B2B marketplace for automotive software, where sellers list software solution...
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    Peak Nano and Advanced Conversion partner on next-generation DC-link capacitors for high-voltage e-mobility
    Peak Nano announced a strategic partnership with Advanced Conversion, a wholly owned subsidiary of ETI of Clearwater, Florida, to co-develop next-generation direct current (DC)-link capacitor solutions for high-voltage e-mobility applications. The initial focus of this collaboration includes high-performance and commercial platforms such as Formula E and performance automotive, electric buses and heavy trucks, off-highway and industrial vehicles, and electrified aviation. The partnership is a...
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    E-con Systems launches STURDeCAM57 5-MP global shutter RGBIR camera for in-cabin monitoring systems
    E-con Systems has introduced the STURDeCAM57, a 5-megapixel global shutter RGBIR GMSL2 camera aimed at providing context-rich vision from day to night for applications such as driver monitoring systems (DMS) and occupant monitoring systems (OMS). The camera is built on an automotive-grade image sensor and streams RGB and infrared frames as independent channels, allowing AI vision systems to access both full-color imagery and high-contrast infrared data from a single camera. It supports continuou...
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    ROHM launches new CMOS op amps series for automotive applications
    ROHM has expanded its lineup of complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) operational amplifiers (op amp) with the introduction of the TLRx728 and BD728x series, which are suitable for a wide range of applications, including automotive and other systems. The broad lineup is intended to make product selection easier. The demand for high-accuracy op amps has been rapidly increasing as automotive and industrial systems become more sophisticated, requiring faster speed, better precision...
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    TSMC plans to start 3-nm chip mass production at Japan fab in 2028
    TSMC is expected to begin equipment installation and mass production of 3-nanometer (nm) wafers in 2028 at its second factory in Japan, according to a Taiwanese government filing released late on March 31. This follows a statement in February by TSMC CEO CC Wei, who said during a meeting with Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi that the company plans to mass-produce advanced 3-nm chips at its second fabrication plant in Japan. Under the revised plan outlined in the filing, the second chip-m...
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    DENSO adopts new mid-term management plan CORE 2030, targeting sales of $50 billion, operating margin of over 10%
    On March 31, 2026, DENSO Corp.'s board of directors approved a new mid-term management plan, called CORE 2030, covering the fiscal years 2026/27 through 2030/31. Under the new management plan, the Japan-based leading automotive supplier aims to achieve sales of over ¥8 trillion, an operating profit margin exceeding 10%, and a return on equity (ROE) exceeding 11%. For the financial year ended March 31, 2026, DENSO is expecting sales of ¥7.4 trillion, an operating profit margin of 7.2%, and an R...
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    Hanon Systems launches highly integrated cooling entity for EVs
    Hanon Systems, a global automotive thermal management supplier and subsidiary of Hankook & Co. Group, has announced that it is supplying its highly integrated cooling entity for electric vehicles. The compact and multifunctional thermal management module is designed to integrate several components, including the innovative eCompressor, electronic expansion valve block, a combined water-cooled condenser, internal heat exchanger, chiller, A/C lines, and pressure and temperature sensors, into a...
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    Joyson Electronics FY 2025 net profit rises 40% year over year to $200 million
    Ningbo Joyson Electronic Corp., a mainland China-based supplier of cockpit electronics and intelligent driving solutions, reported a nearly 40% year-over-year increase in net profit of 1.5 billion yuan (nearly $200 million) in the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2025. The company recorded total revenue of 61.2 billion yuan. Joyson Electronics attributed cost-efficiency initiatives to improved profitability.  Joyson reported new orders of 97 billion yuan, driven by a breakthrough in autonom...
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    Geotab launches hardware-free, native telematics solution for Hyundai in Europe
    Geotab has announced the launch of its integrated solution for Hyundai vehicles across Europe, using original equipment manufacturer-embedded telematics already built into supported Hyundai models to transmit data directly to the MyGeotab platform. This removes the need for retrofitting additional hardware and eliminates aftermarket equipment and installation expenses, providing a cost advantage for fleets. The collaboration enables fleets to manage their Hyundai vehicles, including internal ...
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    Harman International announces major R&D and production expansion projects in Hungary
    Harman International is launching three projects with the support of the Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency (HIPA). The total value of the investment is €131.18 million, and it will create 25 new high-value-added jobs in research and development. As part of the expansion, Harman's Budapest, Hungary, R&D center will focus on software and hardware development supporting autonomous vehicle functions. In Székesfehérvár, Hungary, the company will carry out experimental development rela...
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    Diodes expands PowerDI8080-5 MOSFETs for high‑efficiency 48-V automotive systems
    Diodes has expanded its PowerDI8080-5 automotive-compliant N-channel metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET) portfolio with the introduction of an ultralow RDS(ON), 100-volt MOSFET, along with new 40-V to 80-V MOSFETs. All of the 8 millimeter (mm) by 8 mm gullwing-leaded devices are designed to minimize conduction losses, reduce heat generation and maximize overall efficiency in applications such as brushless DC (BLDC) motors and direct current-direct current (D...
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    Schaeffler develops centralized electrical/electronic architecture for software-defined vehicles
    Schaeffler has detailed its software-defined vehicle (SDV) and electrical/electronic (E/E) architecture development ahead of the 13th Schaeffler Automotive Symposium, which is scheduled for June in Bühl, Germany. The supplier is highlighting its Vehicle Control technology cluster as a central element of its SDV approach, emphasizing centralized architectures that reduce the number of control units and shorten development timelines across vehicle generations. The Vehicle Control cluster encom...
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    Toshiba launches compact automotive MOSFETs with wettable flank package
    Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH (Toshiba) has announced the launch of five new automotive metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET) products that are designed to combine space-saving benefits with easy mounting. The new lineup consists of four N-channel MOSFETs (XSM6K361NW, XSM6K519NW, XSM6K376NW and XSM6K336NW) and one P-channel MOSFET (XSM6J372NW), all housed in the DFN2020B(WF) package, which incorporates a wettable flank structure. The DFN2020B(WF) package is presented as...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 30 March 2026
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    SK Signet launches 400-kW all-in-one ultrafast EV charger
    SK Signet, a South Korea-based manufacturer of high-power electric vehicle charging solutions, has introduced its new 400-kilowatt all-in-one ultrafast EV charger. This model enhances energy and space efficiency using high-density silicon carbide (SiC)-based power modules and a high-efficiency power design. The company aims to solidify its technological leadership in North America and strengthen its presence in the rapidly growing US ultrafast EV charging market. Driven by increasing dem...
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    Renesas licenses Arteris FlexNoC instrument panel for R-Car Gen five SoCs in autonomous vehicles
    Arteris, a semiconductor technology provider, announced that Renesas has licensed and deployed its Arteris FlexNoC network-on-chip (NoC) interconnect IP for the R-Car Gen 5 system-on-chip (SoC) series. These are designed for advanced driver assistance systems and automated driving systems in future autonomous vehicles. The R-Car X5H SoC, currently sampling, excels in high-speed image recognition and processes environmental data using automotive cameras, radar and lidar. It achieves AI accelerati...
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    Forvia Hella reports 6.3% year-over-year growth in FY 2025 operating income to €474 million despite marginal decline in sales
    Forvia Hella released its comprehensive financial results for the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2025. Full-year sales declined 2.1% year over year to €7.9 billion. Adjusted for currency fluctuations, sales remained stable at €8 billion, matching the figure reported in 2024. During this period, global vehicle production increased by 3.9%, largely driven by the Asian market, while production in Europe and the Americas decreased. Operating income increased 6.3% year over yea...
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    Keysight Technologies starts manufacturing in India
    Keysight Technologies has commenced manufacturing in India, marking a significant shift from a research and development hub to a high-precision manufacturing base with direct implications for sectors such as semiconductors, telecom, and automotive electronics. The US-based company has begun production at its Chennai facility, positioning it as the first test and measurement company to manufacture hardware products within India, catering both to domestic needs and global markets. According to ...
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    CLEPA survey shows automotive suppliers face higher profitability challenges in 2026
    Nearly one in four automotive suppliers in Europe expects to report losses in 2026, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) reported in its Spring 2026 Pulse Check survey. According to the survey, 76% of automotive suppliers anticipate profitability below the sustainable level of 5%, a slight decline from the 70% noted in the previous survey in autumn 2025. Additionally, the percentage of suppliers expecting negative profitability has risen to 24%, up from 15%.  To manag...
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    Kodiak AI partners with Nvidia to enhance autonomous driving technology
    Kodiak AI, Inc. (Nasdaq: KDK), focused on AI-powered autonomous vehicle technology, has announced that it will utilize Nvidia technology to power its next-generation autonomous-driving solution. The partnership will leverage the Nvidia Drive Hyperion architecture, deploying two Nvidia Drive AGX Thor centralized computers, which are built on Blackwell architecture. These computers provide extensive AI compute capacity optimized for the latest generative AI, transformer models, and Vision Language...
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    Keysight introduces new automotive Ethernet test solutions at Automotive Ethernet Congress 2026
    Keysight Technologies will present new automotive Ethernet receiver compliance test solutions at the Automotive Ethernet Congress in Germany. These solutions support validation from 10BASE-T1S to 10GBASE-T1, aiding automakers and suppliers in the shift toward high-speed zonal architecture and software-defined vehicles. As vehicles increasingly become software-driven and data-heavy, automotive Ethernet is advancing to support higher bandwidth and more reliable, scalable network architectures, nec...
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    Auto China 2026: Marelli plans to unveil over 20 innovations and 6 new product launches
    Marelli will unveil a wide array of new technologies at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition in mainland China from April 24 to May 3. The exhibition will take place at the New China International Exhibition Center in Beijing, where Marelli's booth will feature over 20 innovations and six new product launches. These offerings utilize Marelli's combination of local expertise and global reach to offer scalable, affordable solutions that expedite customers' time-to-market in mainland Chi...
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    Microchip launches new automotive chip to power smarter vehicle displays
    Microchip Technology has announced the release of the SAM9X75D5M system-in-package (SiP), which is AEC-Q100 Grade 2 qualified and designed for automotive and e-mobility applications, specifically for human-machine interfaces (HMIs). This new SiP includes an Arm926EJ-S processor and 512 Mbit DDR2 SDRAM, supporting display sizes up to 10 inches with XGA resolution. The SAM9X75D5M is part of Microchip's hybrid microcontroller unit (MCU) family that combines the processing power of a microprocessor ...
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    Tesla and SpaceX to build advanced chip facility Terafab in Austin
    Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced plans for Tesla and SpaceX to develop an advanced chip facility in Austin, Texas, known as Terafab, in response to the growing need for computing power amid a global chip shortage. Terafab will consist of two facilities, each producing a specific chip design. One will focus on AI chips for Tesla's electric vehicles and Optimus humanoid robots, and the other on AI chips for SpaceX's space-based data centers. Musk emphasized the necessity of Terafab by stating that wi...
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    Valeo breaks ground on $225 million high-tech plant in Texas
    Valeo has initiated a new manufacturing facility project in McAllen, Texas. The company plans to invest $225 million over five years in this 337,000-square-foot facility, expecting the creation of up to 500 jobs. Production at this site is slated to commence in late 2027. The establishment of Valeo McAllen is part of Valeo's Elevate 2028 strategic plan, aiming to support the transformation of the automotive industry toward software-defined vehicles. This facility will produce the ce...
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    Bolt partners with NVIDIA to enhance autonomous vehicle technology in Europe
    Bolt announced its collaboration with NVIDIA to develop the AI foundation for advancing autonomous vehicle technology in Europe. This effort aims to merge Bolt's ride-hailing and car-sharing fleet data with NVIDIA's technological assets, including Omniverse libraries, Cosmos world foundation models, Alpamayo autonomous vehicle foundation models and AI infrastructure. The unified platform is intended to enhance autonomous vehicle development speed and safety on European roads, meeting stringent s...
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    NXP unveils TEF8388 imaging radar for ADAS
    NXP Semiconductors has unveiled its third-generation RFCMOS automotive radar transceiver, the TEF8388, designed as an 8-transmit/8-receive device to enhance the potential of imaging radar for advanced driver assistance systems and automated driving technologies. In modern software-defined vehicles, advanced perception systems are critical, with high-resolution radar sensing forming a core technology. These sensors must balance high resolution, dynamic range and long detection ranges, while still...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 23 March 2026
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    Toshiba introduces new photovoltaic-output photocoupler for solid state relays in automotive equipment
    Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corp. has introduced a new photovoltaic-output photocoupler, the TLX9920, designed for solid-state relays in automotive equipment. The product is encased in a thin, long-creepage-distance SO6L package, and its volume shipments have commenced. Demand for relay units in automotive equipment with extended life is increasing, leading to a preference for solid-state relays over mechanical ones. The TLX9920 is intended to function as a gate driver for high-v...
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    ROHM and Suchi Semicon partner to boost semiconductor manufacturing in India
    ROHM and Suchi Semicon have announced a strategic partnership focused on strengthening semiconductor manufacturing in India, aiming to meet the needs of both domestic and international markets. This collaboration combines ROHM's expertise in device technology and semiconductor leadership with Suchi Semicon's manufacturing capabilities, intending to create a reliable and scalable manufacturing framework that aligns with industry developments. The partnership supports the enhancement of India's...
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    Trustonic and VicOne launch layered defense solution to boost automotive cybersecurity
    Trustonic and VicOne have announced an extension of their strategic partnership with the introduction of a new, sophisticated layered defense solution to enhance cybersecurity in the automotive sector. This collaboration integrates VicOne's xCarbon Intrusion Detection or Prevention System (IDS/IPS), which uses edge AI to process vehicle data into actionable insights, with Trustonic's Kinibi Trusted Execution Environment (TEE), aiming to improve threat detection and autonomous response at the ele...
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    Geely expands Nvidia partnership to accelerate AI-driven vehicles and autonomous mobility
    Geely Auto Group has expanded its strategic partnership with Nvidia to strengthen its capabilities in intelligent vehicles, autonomous driving and software-defined mobility, moving beyond a traditional hardware-supplier relationship. In the automotive domain, Geely’s G-ASD intelligent driving system will integrate Nvidia technologies, including Alpamayo, Cosmos and NuRec to enhance simulation, validation and development efficiency for advanced driver assistance and autonomous driv...
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    AEye partners with Nvidia in Halos AI systems inspection lab for safety assurance
    AEye has announced its participation in the Nvidia Halos AI Systems Inspection Lab, an ANSI National Accreditation Board-accredited facility. This lab, developed by Nvidia, integrates functional safety, cybersecurity, AI and regulations into a comprehensive safety framework to guide the AI development life cycle, from design to deployment. The system includes hardware, software, AI models, and simulation tools to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with safety standards. Within this co...
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    Suncar AG launches vehicle-side megawatt charging interface
    Megawatt charging is a crucial technology for advancing the electrification of heavy-duty vehicles and machines. While the focus is often on charging parks and megawatt charging stations, the implementation on the vehicle side is equally important. Suncar AG, a Switzerland-based company, aims to address this aspect by providing a DC fast-charging interface designed for use in vehicles to facilitate the integration of MCS-based megawatt charging technology. The Megawatt Charging System (MCS) i...
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    Aumovio FY 2025 earnings come under pressure amid 5.6% year-over-year decline in sales to €18.5 billion
    Aumovio, which started operations as a public, independent company after its spinoff from Continental in 2025, has released its results for the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2025. Full-year sales declined 5.6% year over year to €18.5 billion amid challenging business environments in key markets, including Europe and China. Adjusted for changes in the scope of consolidation and foreign exchange effects, the company's organic sales declined by 2.5% compared to 2024. L...
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    NVIDIA partners with BYD, Geely, Isuzu and Nissan to develop Level 4 vehicles
    BYD, Geely, Isuzu and Nissan are advancing their development of Level 4 autonomous vehicles on the NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion platform. NVIDIA plans to launch full-stack robo-taxis with Uber across 28 markets by 2028, starting in Los Angeles and San Francisco by mid-2027. Companies such as Bolt, Grab, Lyft and Tier IV are utilizing the NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion to expand their robo-taxi development globally. NVIDIA Halos OS has introduced a unified safety architecture, providing a production-ready safety...
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    Faurecia Clarion Electronics relocates global headquarters to Japan
    Faurecia Clarion Electronics (FCE), a business group of French automotive supplier Forvia, has established its new global headquarters in Saitama, Japan, with effect from March 17, 2025. In late 2024, FCE relocated its headquarters to Shanghai. This move involves relocating key decision-makers from its current offices in Japan and France, aligned with the registered legal entities. The relocation aims to meet regulatory requirements, strengthen its market presence in Japan and Asia, and advan...
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    BANF partners with Silicon Labs to enhance intelligent tire monitoring technology
    BANF, a South Korean intelligent tire system company, has partnered with Silicon Labs to enhance tire monitoring technology for autonomous vehicles and connected fleets. By incorporating Silicon Labs' ultralow-power Bluetooth LE system-on-chip (SoC), the BG22, into its tire sensor platform, BANF has introduced a real-time, high-resolution data processing system. This system transforms tires into connected intelligence nodes, providing data beyond traditional tire pressure monitoring systems (TPM...
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    Leoni invests $11.4 million in Mexico to ramp up capacity to produce wire harnesses for EVs
    Leoni has announced a strategic investment of $11.4 million to enhance its manufacturing operations in Durango, Mexico. This investment aims to bolster the company's capacity for producing wiring harnesses specifically for electric vehicles. The expansion will involve the installation of 14 new production lines, marking the facility as the first in Mexico dedicated to such advanced automotive components. As operations increase, the project is expected to create 500 direct jobs over the next two ...
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    Fiem Industries opens electromagnetic interference and electromagnetic compatibility testing laboratory in India
    Fiem Industries Ltd. has launched an electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing laboratory at its R&D-Electronics Innovation Centre and corporate office in Gurugram, Haryana, India. This facility is designed to support the Indian lighting supplier in developing automotive lighting electronics for both two-wheelers and passenger vehicles, especially as LED technology and electronic controls become more prevalent in lighting systems. The laboratory enabl...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 16 March 2026
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    Mercedes-Benz denies report of new EV platform development with Geely
    Mercedes-Benz is reportedly planning the development of a new global compact electric vehicle platform utilizing Geely's electronic and electrical architecture, although Mercedes-Benz later denied this report as fabricated and untrue. According to a mainland Chinese media outlet, the new platform, codenamed Phoenix, will be based on Geely's GEEA (Geely Electronic & Electrical Architecture) 4.0 platform, with the development focus shifting to mainland China. The Mercedes-Benz China R&D...
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    Autonomous A2Z secures 40.5 billion won pre-IPO funding for global expansion and AI projects
    Autonomous A2Z has completed a pre-IPO funding round, raising 40.5 billion won (about $27.4 million), bringing its total funding to 122.5 billion won, which is the largest sum collected by a self-driving startup in South Korea. This funding will back the company's impending initial public offering on the Kosdaq later in 2026 and will aid in the expansion of its autonomous mobility projects domestically and internationally. Additionally, it will support investments in infrastructure and talent to...
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    Diodes introduces AL8859Q SPI boost controller for automotive headlight systems
    Diodes Inc. has expanded its power management offerings by introducing the AL8859Q, a multiphase SPI boost controller compliant with automotive standards. The device serves as the primary constant-voltage pre-stage for adaptive front lighting systems, including high beams, low beams, daytime running lights (DRL), turn indicators, fog lights and cornering lights, as one integrated lighting module. It addresses wider automotive power system applications, supporting an extensive input voltage ...
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    Everspin Technologies unveils UNISYST MRAM for high-performance embedded systems
    Everspin Technologies, a developer and manufacturer of magnetoresistive random access memory (MRAM) persistent memory solutions, has announced the UNISYST MRAM family, a new generation of unified memory that aims to transform how embedded systems store and access code and data. This addresses the limitations of NOR flash memory, particularly as process nodes move below 40 nanometers and workloads become more demanding. The UNISYST architecture integrates traditional configuration memory and high...
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    NHK Spring unveils high-thermal-dissipation resin insulator for EV traction systems
    NHK Spring introduced a groundbreaking metal substrate featuring a high-thermal-dissipation resin insulator, marking its first global application in power modules for traction inverters used in electric vehicles. This resin insulator incorporates a thermally conductive insulating sheet produced by Sumitomo Bakelite. NHK Spring has optimized its potential using its extensive metal substrate processing expertise. The collaboration between the two companies has resulted in the successful developmen...
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    ZF and SiliconAuto showcase new I/O interface chip for automotive high-performance computers
    At the embedded world 2026 electronics exhibition in Germany, ZF and SiliconAuto unveiled a new input/output (I/O) interface chip and microcontroller design aimed at enhancing automotive high-performance computers for autonomous driving. This marks the first live demonstration of real-time sensor data acquisition and pre-processing on silicon for next-generation autonomous driving systems. The design combines a new ZF I/O interface chip with SiliconAuto's XMotiv M3 microcontroller, serving as a ...
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    Marelli unveils new Port Fuel Injection Engine Control Units for global markets
    Marelli has announced the launch of a new generation of Port Fuel Injection Engine Control Units (PFI ECUs) designed for gasoline, flex fuel and compressed natural gas applications. These units are developed to enhance energy efficiency and engine performance while complying with evolving vehicle architectures and emission regulations. The new ECUs are specifically targeted at Brazil, India, and Europe, the Middle East and Africa markets, reflecting Marelli's commitment to adapting solution...
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    Nio expands globally amid rising costs and chip shortages
    Nio plans to sell thousands of its cars overseas in 2026 and aims to expand its international presence over the next two to three years, according to President Qin Lihong. This announcement followed the automaker's first-ever quarterly net profit and a forecast to break even for the full year in 2026. CEO William Li noted that costs have risen partly due to a memory chip shortage, estimating an increase of up to 10,000 yuan (about $1,455) per vehicle. Despite this, Li stated the company wil...
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    RoboSense secures design win to supply lidar for Baidu's Apollo Go robo-taxi fleet
    RoboSense has announced an exclusive design win to supply its digital lidar suite for Apollo Go's next-generation robo-taxi fleet. Apollo Go is the autonomous ride-hailing subsidiary of Baidu. The integrated solution provided by RoboSense includes the EM4, the only mass-produced thousand-beam-level digital lidar globally, alongside the E1, a fully solid-state digital lidar. This combination delivers comprehensive 360-degree, zero-blind-spot coverage necessary for safe and efficient Level 4 auton...
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    Huawei Qiankun division unveils advanced 896-line lidar for intelligent driving systems
    Huawei's Qiankun automotive division is advancing both lidar-based and vision-based technologies to close the gap between the two in intelligent driving systems. The company recently introduced a next-generation dual-optical-path image-level lidar, boasting 896 lines, which is the highest specification available in mass production. The innovation lies in its dual optical path architecture, employing two laser receiving units with different focal lengths to offer wide-angle and telephoto imaging ...
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    Renault launches futuREady plan for sustainable growth and technological advancement
    Renault Group has launched a new strategic plan called futuREady, aiming to transition from the success of the Renaulution plan into a sustainable and global success system. The plan focuses on maintaining growth and establishing Renault as the reference European carmaker through product innovation, customer experience and technological advancement. Under futuREady, Renault Group is focusing on four strategic pillars: growth, technology, operational excellence and stakeholder trust. The Group...
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    Tier IV partners with Imec in automotive chiplet program to enhance autonomous driving solutions
    Tier IV has joined the Automotive Chiplet Program (ACP), managed by Imec, a center for research and innovation in nanoelectronics and digital technologies. This partnership will help Tier IV deliver scalable autonomous driving solutions across diverse environments and applications in the global mobility sector. The pivot toward software-defined vehicles (SDVs) requires separating hardware and software as a competitive strategy. Tier IV is addressing this through two strategic pillars: mu...
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    Synopsys introduces eDT Platform for advancing automotive electronics digital twins
    Synopsys has introduced the Synopsys Electronics Digital Twin (eDT) Platform, an open solution designed to advance the creation, management, deployment and utilization of electronics digital twins (eDTs). This platform is crucial for software-defined product development, especially in the realm of physical AI systems. Initially targeting high-value automotive applications, the eDT Platform allows original equipment manufacturers to validate up to 90% of software before hardware availability, enh...
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    Green Hills Software launches software development environment for new TDA5 SoC family from Texas Instruments
    Green Hills Software has announced the availability of a comprehensive, production-focused software development environment for the new Texas Instruments TDA5 system-on-chip (SoC) family, operating on its virtual development platform. Developed in close collaboration with Texas Instruments and Synopsys, the Green Hills software development kit (SDK) combines safety-certified operating systems, virtualization technology and advanced multicore development tools to support next-generation automotiv...
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    Allegro DVT launches DWP300 DeWarp semiconductor IP
    Allegro DVT has announced the addition of the DWP300 DeWarp intellectual property (IP) to its Zinia Pixel Processing IPs portfolio. This new development demonstrates Allegro DVT's ongoing dedication to providing advanced solutions for imaging and video applications. The DWP300 DeWarp IP is engineered for efficient silicon area and power usage, featuring flexible real-time geometric transformation capabilities. It includes a customizable software driver that generates mesh configurations for vari...
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    Tasking enhances AUTOSAR toolchain for multicore automotive systems with focus on safety and security
    Tasking has announced an expansion of its integrated toolchain to optimize AUTOSAR workflows for multicore automotive systems, with a particular focus on functional safety and security. These advancements make the toolchain suitable for a variety of automotive applications, including software-defined vehicles, advanced driver assistance systems/autonomous driving systems (ADAS/ADS), and zone controllers. Improvements include more efficient compilation, certified libraries, comprehensive debuggin...
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    GlobalFoundries unveils Auto Grade 1 embedded magnetic RAM technology on ultralow-power platform
    GlobalFoundries (GF) has announced the introduction of its Auto Grade 1-ready embedded magnetic RAM (eMRAM) technology on its ultralow-power FDX platform. This development forms part of GF's portfolio of non-volatile memory technologies and automotive-ready solutions under the AutoPro platform. The FDX+AutoPro150 eMRAM technology offers advantages such as endurance up to 500,000 cycles, sub-10-nanosecond read speed, and scalability for larger memory densities. It is specifically designed to...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 9 March 2026
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    Vector, Microchip partner on preintegrated embedded solution for software-defined vehicles
    Vector and Microchip Technology are expanding their partnership to deliver preintegrated solutions for resource-constrained control units. This collaboration involves supporting Vector's MICROSAR IO software layer on Microchip's dsPIC33A digital signal controllers, specifically targeting sensor and actuator nodes in software-defined vehicle (SDV) architectures. The initiative underscores a trend in the automotive electronics sector to integrate hardware and software platforms, aiming to simplify...
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    Aptiv to spin off Electrical Distribution Systems business as new company Versigent
    Aptiv announced the spinoff of its Electrical Distribution Systems business into a new publicly traded company, Versigent. The record date for this spinoff is set for the close of trading on March 17, 2026, with the distribution occurring before market open on April 1, 2026. Aptiv shareholders on the record date will receive one ordinary share of Versigent for every three ordinary shares they hold, with cash provided for any fractional shares. Versigent is expected to be authorized for listin...
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    Ford recalls 1.74 million vehicles in US over rearview camera defects
    Ford has announced two separate recalls in the US affecting a total of 1.74 million vehicles, in which defects could cause rearview camera images to display incorrectly when the driver is reversing. The first recall concerns approximately 850,000 Ford Bronco and Ford Edge models. According to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the issue arises from a computer module that may overheat and shut down, leading to the failure of the rearview camera i...
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    Denso proposes $8.2 billion acquisition bid for electronics group Rohm - report
    Japanese auto parts supplier Denso has made a takeover bid for Kyoto-based electronics group Rohm, according to sources cited by Nikkei Asia report on March 6. The potential acquisition price could reach 1.3 trillion yen, equivalent to $8.2 billion. Should this deal go through, the combined entity would represent a significant force in Japan in the field of power semiconductors, which are utilized in electric vehicles and data centers. Reports suggest that the proposal was made in February or...
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    AMD and DSP Concepts enable next-generation automotive audio experiences
    DSP Concepts and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) are bringing the Audio Weaver embedded audio framework to AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P100 Series processors, enabling a new generation of immersive in-vehicle audio and digital cockpit experiences. The collaboration allows automotive original equipment manufacturers and tier 1 suppliers to deploy high-quality, low-latency audio solutions on Ryzen AI Embedded P100A series processors using DSP Concepts’ Audio Weaver platform. By combining AMD’s high-...
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    Trio-Tech International secures $2.5 million order for automotive semiconductor services
    Trio-Tech International has announced securing an initial production order valued at approximately $2.5 million to provide advanced burn-in services for a prominent automotive integrated device manufacturer. The agreement involves Trio-Tech utilizing its proprietary burn-in systems, specifically engineered for automotive applications, with the program ramping up in phases through 2026. To support this project, the company is investing in expanding capacity, enhancing workforce training and ...
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    Sensata Technologies launches FaultBreak for enhanced EV fault management and safety
    Sensata Technologies has unveiled its new FaultBreak contactor, a high-voltage switching and protection solution designed to enhance fault-clearing performance and simplify electric vehicle power systems. The FaultBreak contactor integrates a passive and resettable fuse function to offer protection against high-magnitude fault currents, thus lowering system costs, weight and complexity while boosting vehicle safety and serviceability. This advancement addresses the critical challenge of rel...
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    Renesas introduces RH850/U2C microcontroller for vehicle control and automotive safety applications
    Renesas Electronics has unveiled the RH850/U2C, a new 32-bit automotive microcontroller (MCU) built on a 28-nanometer (nm) process, aimed at various automotive applications including chassis, safety systems, battery management and body control functions. This new MCU extends Renesas' RH850 lineup as a lower-end option, complementing the high-end RH850/U2B and midrange RH850/U2A products. It features four RH850 CPU cores operating at up to 320 MHz, with up to 8 MB of on-chip flash memory, facilit...
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