BMW Group is deepening its commitment to China’s digital innovation ecosystem through a new strategic partnership with Chinese advanced driver assistance system technology leader Momenta. The collaboration will focus exclusively on co-developing ADAS tailored for the Chinese market. The joint development will begin with BMW’s upcoming Neue Klasse platform, with the aim of delivering intelligent, intuitive and locally optimized driving experiences. The partnership leverages BMW’s core dr...

According to a press release on July 14, Motor AI, a company focused on autonomous vehicles, announced a $20 million seed funding round led by Segenia Capital and eCAPITAL, with contributions from German high net worth individuals. The funds will support the company's efforts to achieve type approval for public roads and begin deploying its Level 4 autonomous vehicles, initially on German public roads. Unlike companies that rely heavily on data collection and black-box prediction models, Motor A...

Indie, an automotive solutions supplier, has unveiled its latest LXM-U lasers, utilized in next-generation Quantum applications, offering significant frequency stability and integration flexibility, as reported in a press release on July 14. Indie's Photonics Business Unit was formed earlier in 2025 by combining its Canada photonics team, formerly TeraXion, which specializes in laser and optical components, with its recently acquired Swiss team, Exalos, known for its super luminescent diodes (SL...

SolidVue, based in South Korea and recognized for its single-photon avalanche diode (SPAD) sensor integrated circuit (IC) technology, has announced a strategic collaboration with Lumotive, a US company specializing in programmable optical semiconductors, to develop advanced Lidar systems. This partnership aims to integrate SolidVue's direct time-of-flight (dTOF) SPAD array receiver with Lumotive's Light Control Metasurface (LCM) beamforming chip to create a high-performance refere...

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD announced a new policy regarding its God's Eye assisted driving system in smart parking scenarios within China, Reuters reported July 9. The company has committed to taking responsibility for any losses or damages to vehicles using the system, which achieved a smart parking capability equivalent to Level 4 automation, according to the report. This means that drivers can disengage from the driving task under specific conditions, with the automaker assu...

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LuminWave achieved a significant milestone by securing approval for its self-developed light detection and ranging (LiDAR) products. These products will be integrated into the customer's new-generation commercial vehicle L2+ intelligent advanced driver assistance mass production project. This approval underscores LuminWave's competitive edge, showcasing the performance, reliability and technological innovation of its LiDAR products, along with exceptional customer service. The par...

HERE Technologies has partnered with Nio's latest car brand, firefly, to supply high-quality map data and location services aimed at improving electric vehicles and advanced driver assistance systems. Firefly will use HERE's global map data and speed limit information to support Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) requirements in the EU, along with leveraging real-time traffic updates through HERE's partnership with Telenav Inc. Firefly is Nio's new subbrand geared toward making premium EV tec...

Valeo is gearing up to unveil its next-generation vehicle technology at Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA) Mobility 2025, highlighting innovations in hardware, software and AI aimed at enhancing safety, sustainability and personalization in mobility. The event, scheduled from Sept. 8 to 12 at Munich Messe, Germany, will feature Valeo's advancements in its software-defined vehicles (SDVs), encompassing enhanced updatability, upgradability and personalization. The display will focus o...

May Mobility announced the launch of its ride-hail integration application programming interface (API), aiming to expand its autonomy-as-a-service offering across global urban markets, according to a July 10 news release. The API is designed to ensure seamless integration between May Mobility's autonomous fleet and consumer ride-hail platforms, enhancing the efficiency and safety of pick-up and drop-off locations for users. The development is intended to support the large-scale deployment of ...

Pony AI announced that its seventh-generation robotaxi entered mass production and began road testing, according to a July 10 press release. The development aligns with Pony AI's target to expand its fleet to 1,000 vehicles by the end of 2025, setting the stage for future commercial growth. The Gen-7 autonomous driving system was first introduced at the Shanghai Auto Show in April, followed by the commencement of mass production for models developed in collaboration with Guangzhou Automobile ...

Chinese self-driving technology company Momenta, known as a unicorn in the industry, is reportedly forming a team to develop Level 4 autonomous delivery robots to potentially boost its valuation ahead of a possible public listing. Momenta is supported by major automakers such as Toyota, General Motors and Mercedes-Benz. According to market intelligence firm Shujubang, Momenta holds more than 60% of the City NOA (navigation on ADAS) market segment in China. China's securities regulator approve...

China Automotive Systems, a supplier of power steering components in China, announced that its Level 2+ standard electro-hydraulic steering system, designed for heavy-duty vehicles and combining hydraulic power with electronic control, has officially entered mass production in China, the company said in a press release on July 9.   The second-generation intelligent electro-hydraulic circulating ball power steering (iRCB) system was developed by CAAS’ subsidiary, Shashi Jiulong, an...

As reported in a press release on June 8, Applied Intuition, a leading vehicle intelligence company serving the automotive and other industries, announced its acquisition of Reblika's generative AI technology for creating fully configurable 3D digital humans. This strategic acquisition enhances the realism and diversity of Applied Intuition's digital human library — virtual representations used to safely and effectively test autonomous systems in simulation. Reblika's technology enables the...

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...

HCLTech and Astemo Cypremos, a subsidiary of Astemo specializing in software and cloud services, have announced a partnership aimed at advancing innovation within the autonomous and smart vehicle ecosystem. During a multiyear engagement, HCLTech will use its expertise in engineering to aid Cypremos in transitioning to a software-defined model by employing a range of HCLTech's next-generation smart vehicle enablers. Key elements of this partnership include the use of HCLTech's end-to-end ...

Trimble and KT Corp. have announced a collaboration to provide precise positioning services in South Korea using the Trimble RTX Fast network. This collaboration aims to offer bundled telecom, correction and precise positioning services to automotive original equipment manufacturers and internet of things companies across the country. Trimble's real-time global navigation satellite system (GNSS) correction services, which deliver centimeter-level positioning accuracy, are designed to enhance saf...

Mainland Chinese automakers are advancing rapidly in assisted-driving technology, driven by consumer demand for innovation. However, Beijing is urging caution alongside progress. Following a fatal accident involving a Xiaomi SU7 sedan, regulators are finalizing new safety rules for driver-assistance systems, aiming to balance innovation with safety and prevent companies from exaggerating system capabilities, according to a Reuters report dated July 4. Clear regulations could provide main...

HERE Technologies and Genesys International have formed a strategic collaboration to enhance in-car navigation and road safety in India. The two partners intend to develop a next-generation navigation system aimed at reducing distracted driving. HERE and Genesys will offer Indian drivers a seamless digital cockpit experience with features such as live map navigation, road hazard alerts and real-time traffic updates. The solution will integrate Genesys’ advanced driver assistance syst...

Motive announced the global availability of Positive Driving, a new AI model within its Integrated Operations Platform, designed to identify positive driver behaviors, according to a press release on July 8. The model automatically detects and highlights safe driving instances, such as quick reactions to obstacles or maintaining a safe distance when cut off, thereby assisting managers in conducting coaching sessions and fostering a motivating safety culture. The AI-powered feature enhances dr...

In a press release on July 8, Innoviz Technologies announced the shipment of the first InnovizTwo Lidar units from a high-volume production line managed by Fabrinet. This milestone represents a significant step forward in the mass production of Innoviz's InnovizTwo Lidar technology, aimed at the autonomous vehicle industry.  The successful assembly of the first units signifies Innoviz's progress toward high-volume production while maintaining quality processes to meet customer requiremen...

Swedish radar and antenna supplier Gapwaves has commenced series production of its waveguide antennas for Valeo at its Gothenburg, Sweden, facility. These antennas are intended for Valeo's new vehicle radar applications within advanced driver assistance systems and utilize Gapwaves' patented Multi-Layer Waveguide (MLW) technology. Production started last week with the first deliveries to Valeo on July 1. The production will subsequently be transferred to Gapwaves' partner, Frencken Group, in mai...

AirGarage is transforming parking into a tech-enabled real estate asset through its end-to-end platform that integrates various aspects such as payments, enforcement, dynamic pricing and operations, all supported by real-time data and machine learning. With a recent $23 million Series B funding, the company aims to expand its reach and enhance its product offerings, showcasing parking as a significant yet underdeveloped area ripe for digital transformation. Founded by Scott Fitsimones, Chelse...

Researchers at South Korea's Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) are advancing core technologies for cooperative autonomous driving services using heterogeneous vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology. This initiative aims to enhance safety services for general vehicles and pedestrians, beyond those equipped with vehicular communication devices, thereby improving road transportation's safety and efficiency. ETRI is developing next-generation cooperative driving communi...

Volkswagen ADMT, a subsidiary of Volkswagen focused on autonomous-vehicle testing, has partnered with Hivemapper to utilize its Bee Maps for real-time mapping data. This collaboration aims to improve the precision of self-driving operations by using street-level imagery collected by contributors to Bee Maps. These contributors employ Hivemapper cameras to gather data, which is then used to validate Volkswagen's self-driving technology, particularly enhancing the accuracy of curbside pick-ups and...

An international standard on test scenarios for autonomous driving systems has been officially released, as announced by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China on July 8. Led by China, this standard outlines the evaluation procedures and test methods essential for assessing autonomous driving systems. The issuance of the standard represents an important international consensus on autonomous driving test and verification technologies, addressing growing industry demands f...

Waymo is expanding its operations by conducting road trips to Philadelphia and New York City (NYC), according to a report published by Quartz on July 8. This initiative is part of Waymo's plan to explore the feasibility of introducing robo-taxi services in some of the busiest urban areas in the US. Previously, Waymo had undertaken similar mapping and data collection activities in cities such as Houston; Orlando, Florida; Las Vegas; San Diego; and San Antonio. The process involves de...

As reported in a press release on July 7, Pony AI Inc. (Pony.ai) and Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) have formalized a partnership to enhance Level 4 autonomous mobility solutions in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Through this collaboration, they aim to integrate advanced self-driving technology into Dubai's transportation system, aligning with the city's vision to improve urban mobility. The partnership seeks to increase transportation efficiency, reduce congestion and support su...

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MHP Consulting UK Ltd. and Bentley Motors collaborated to establish Cybersecurity and Software Update Management Systems (CSMS & SUMS) for Bentley, achieving compliance with UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) with zero non-conformities, as reported in a press release July 3. Bentley's compliance certification was completed over 24 months. With the rise of connected vehicles and cyber threats, OEMs must demonstrate robust systems to protect vehicles and user...

Jungo Connectivity has been granted a patent in the US for Adaptive Monitoring of a Vehicle Using a Camera (patent no. 12,330,563), the Israel-based company said in a press release on July 2. The development highlights Jungo's dedication to innovation and safety in AI-based video telematics and driver monitoring solutions. With over 40 patents, Jungo's intellectual property encompasses key innovations in in-cabin driver behavior analysis, video telematics, driver monitoring systems and computer ...

Forvia has announced two major changes in its executive committee. According to a press release by the French supplier on July 1, Olivier Lefebvre has been appointed as the new executive vice president and chief operating officer (COO). Forvia also appointed Sébastien Limousin as executive vice president of the Clean Mobility business group. Both appointments became effective on July 1. Lefebvre has been associated with Forvia since 1995 and held several senior ...

According to a press release on July 2, Microchip Technology has collaborated with camera module supplier Nippon Chemi-Con Corp. and video-testing solutions provider NetVision to facilitate the adoption of Automotive Serdes Alliance Motion Link (ASA-ML) in advanced driver assistance systems. They have introduced the first ASA-ML camera-development platform for the Japanese automotive market, featuring scalable high-speed asymmetric data rates and hardware-based link-layer security to comply with...

WeRide announced in a press release on July 2 that the company has been authorized to road test autonomous logistics vehicles in Huangpu, Guangzhou. This achievement comes after the company secured its inaugural permit for the Robovan W5 in the district, the second such permit following an earlier approval in Guangzhou's Nansha District in April.  In June, Guangzhou Development District and Huangpu District introduced a strategic policy framework to boost the development of intelligent c...

Hyundai Motor Group has opened UX Studio Seoul in Gangnam, South Korea. This new research center is designed to cocreate future mobility experiences in collaboration with users, showcasing a significant innovation milestone for the company. The UX Studio Seoul will be an open platform for customers to actively partake in mobility user experience (UX) development, allowing them to explore various future mobility environments and see how their feedback influences vehicle features. Hyolin Kim,...

Toyota Motor North America commenced the expansion of its Arizona Proving Grounds with a commitment to invest more than $50 million, the automaker said in a July 2 press release. The project includes constructing a 5.5-mile oval track, an off-road park, new riding and handling surfaces, and plans for an advanced driver assistance technology facility in the future. The planned expansion, scheduled to be mostly completed by the end ...

GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group company based in Santa Clara, California, has been selected as one of Volvo Cars' strategic partners in engineering services as part of a new partnership ecosystem announced July 1. This collaboration aims to create advanced digital mobility experiences and solutions by combining GlobalLogic's technical expertise and scalable, distributed model with Volvo Cars' objectives. This partnership focuses on fostering innovation, operational efficiency and delivering lo...

The Czech Republic is set to become the second country in Europe, following Germany, to allow the operation of vehicles equipped with SAE Level 3 autonomy, beginning Jan. 1, 2026. On April 24, 2025, President Petr Pavel signed an amendment to the Road Traffic Act, legalizing the movement of Level 3 vehicles on Czech roads. Under this new legislation, drivers will not be required to actively engage in driving tasks but must be ready to take control within 10 seconds if prompted. This amendment...

According to a press release dated July 2, TIER IV has partnered with mobility startup Newmo to commercialize robo-taxi services in Japan. This collaboration is part of an effort to address regional mobility demands amid Japan's aging population. The Japanese government aims to have autonomous vehicles operating in over 100 locations by 2027 and is promoting robo-taxi services already in use in some US and Chinese cities. The partnership aligns with trends noted in a 2025 Bond Capital report,...

Beep commenced operations for the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) autonomous vehicle service, NAVI, in Jacksonville, Florida. NAVI is recognized as the first fully autonomous public transportation system in the US. Beep, under a five-year operations and maintenance contract, will manage this service as part of the JTA’s Ultimate Urban Circulator (U2C) program. Additionally, Beep has secured $52.7 million in a funding round co-led by Intel Capital and Blue Lagoon Capital. In the ...

According to a press release dated June 25, KD, a fabless semiconductor company, announced the integration of its 10GBASE-AU KD7251 optical transceiver into Leopard Imaging's optical automotive multigigabit camera, the LI-VENUS-ISX031-BASE-AU. Leopard Imaging specializes in embedded vision and AI camera technology. Corning Inc. contributed by designing a hybrid cable and connector system using its automotive-grade materials. The new system upgrades the existing camera interface from the ...

Singapore Acting Minister of Transport Jeffrey Siow visited WeRide's headquarters in Guangzhou, mainland China, on June 29 to discuss ongoing cooperation in autonomous mobility and announced plans for deploying autonomous vehicles in Singapore by the end of 2025, as reported in a press release on June 30. The initial deployment is set for public housing estates in Punggol, with future expansion planned for Tengah, a newly developed car-lite town. These autonomous vehicles will be integ...

In a press release on June 30, AEye, a company specializing in adaptive, high-performance Lidar solutions, announced that its Apollo Lidar units have been chosen by a major transportation original equipment manufacturer. This selection represents a significant potential revenue opportunity of $30 million or more, expected over the next 24 to 36 months. AEye's Apollo was selected due to its superior capability to detect objects from up to 1 km away, facilitating quicker hazard identification and ...

As reported in a press release on June 26, Hesai Technology announced that its ATX Lidar has received ISO 26262 ASIL B functional safety certification from SGS-TÜV, a notable testing and certification institution. This certification facilitates the large-scale deployment of advanced driver assistance systems, emphasizing safety and maintaining high industry standards. Hesai's ATX is the fourth product in its lineup to achieve this certification, joining the Pandar128, QT128 and AT128, thereby e...

Fusion Processing has initiated passenger services for the Connector project in Cambridge, marking the beginning of continuous automated public bus services in an urban setting, as reported in a press release on June 26. This service was launched with a Mellor Orion E electric midi bus, with plans for two Alexander Dennis Enviro100AEV 8.5 m buses to be added later in the year. All buses are equipped with Fusion's CAVStar Automated Drive System for autonomous operation, while a safety driver is p...

Travis Kalanick, the former CEO and co-founder of Uber Technologies, is reportedly considering acquiring the US division of Pony AI, a mainland China-based autonomous driving company, several media outlets reported last week. According to The New York Times, Kalanick is working with investors to secure funding for the acquisition, with Uber potentially playing a role in facilitating the transaction. However, the discussions are still in preliminary stages. The financial details of the poten...

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Trimble and InvenSense, a TDK group company, have announced a collaboration to deliver an advanced navigation solution aimed at enhancing accuracy and reliability in automotive and IoT applications, such as autonomous vehicles, drones and industrial machinery. This new solution combines the Trimble ProPoint Go engine and Trimble RTX correction service with TDK's SmartAutomotive Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs). The Trimble ProPoint Go engine provides high-accuracy position and orientation data ...

Wayve, a company specializing in embodied AI for automotive applications, announced the appointment of three industry experts — Rob Flenniken, Uri Wolfovitz and Dennis Jackson — to enhance its engineering leadership, according to a June 26 press release. Flenniken was named vice president of vehicle software, charged with creating and maintaining a stable and scalable vehicle software platform. He will be responsible for facilitating rapid AI model development and integrating with au...

Nuro announced further details about the Nuro Driver’s next-generation sensor architecture, engineered to offer “unmatched safety, performance and scalability,” the company said on June 18. The latest iteration of the Nuro Driver's sensor architecture has been designed for scalability, utilizing commercially available automotive-grade sensors to ensure high performance and reliability at reduced costs. The modular design allows for quick integration with various vehicle platforms, accom...

In a press release on June 24, Uber and Waymo introduced their second US robo-taxi service in Atlanta, following an initial launch in Austin, Texas. This collaboration combines Waymo's autonomous vehicle technology with Uber's ride-hailing app to offer electric, driverless rides. In Atlanta, users can start their journey by requesting an UberX, Comfort or Comfort Electric ride via the Uber app. They may then be matched with a fully autonomous Waymo Jaguar I-PACE vehicle at no extra charge. Ri...

BYD Auto recently unveiled its new “God’s Eye” advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), which will be integrated across all its models — including subsidiary brands Denza, Fangchengbao and Yangwang, as well as the affordable Seagull hatchback priced at 70,000 Chinese yuan (about $9,600). More recently, BYD has begun offering wide-ranging price discounts of about 10% to 30% on its Dynasty and Ocean lineup of models in China until June 30, reducing the Seagull’s price to 55,800 Chinese...

EasyMile's driverless technology has been implemented in two EZTow autonomous tow tractors at a major European automotive parts manufacturer in Germany, as reported in a press release on June 24. The tractors are capable of pulling a 16.1-meter tandem load, surpassing the length of the longest road-legal semitrailers in Europe and the US, showcasing a significant advancement in autonomous industrial transport capabilities.  The EZTow vehicles are designed to tow payloads of 14 metri...

Valeo has been chosen to provide its Valeo Smart Safety 360 (VSS360) for a premium European original equipment manufacturer vehicle platform, the company reported June 25. The system combines Valeo's expertise in hardware, software development and system integration to enhance vehicle safety, reduce accidents and support the progression of autonomous vehicles. VSS360 offers optimized driver and parking assistance in a scalable advanced driver assistance system solution, allowing OEMs to ...

In a press release on June 25, Elektrobit announced a joint development agreement with Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) to create EV.OS, an AI-centric software platform aimed at advancing software-defined electric vehicles. The collaboration aims to develop a smart EV platform, integrating both hardware and software, to introduce groundbreaking supply chain innovations. The goal is to develop automotive platform solutions that minimize complexity, reduce the total cost of ownership, scale prod...

Spectrum has announced a partnership with Nexar, a company specializing in AI-powered mobility solutions, to enhance road intelligence through improved network connectivity. This collaboration grants Nexar access to Spectrum's extensive managed wireless network, allowing for faster and more efficient delivery of critical roadway insights to the cloud. This should contribute to advancements in vehicle safety, autonomy and data-driven mobility infrastructure. Nexar's AI platform turns everyday ...

On June 23, Zaofu Intelligent Technology was officially registered in Shanghai, as reported by 36Kr on June 24. The new company is a joint venture established by Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL), Ant Group and HelloRide through their investment branches. With a registered capital of 1.288 billion yuan (about $180.3 million), Zaofu will focus on the research, development, safety applications and commercialization of Level 4 autonomous driving technology. The name Zaofu is inspired by a l...

MUFG Bank has announced an investment in and partnership with May Mobility to accelerate the global deployment of autonomous vehicle services, as reported in a press release on June 16. This collaboration will see MUFG Bank leveraging its extensive network and advanced financial services to support May Mobility in expanding its fleet alongside existing and new fleet operators. The partnership aims to drive economic growth in Japan and internationally by introducing autonomous driving technology ...

In a press release on June 24, Torc announced the opening of a new engineering center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This expansion is a strategic move as Torc aims for commercialization in 2027, with the intention of accelerating its productization initiatives while leveraging the rich automotive and technology talent available in the region. In establishing the Ann Arbor location, Torc collaborated with the Michigan Economic Development Corp. to secure incentives, supporting its significant h...

With the support of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (Verband der Automobilindustrie [VDA]), 11 automotive companies have entered into a precompetitive cooperation for open-source software development, signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) at the 29th International Automotive Electronics Congress (AEK). This initiative addresses the growing complexity and importance of vehicle software by promoting a collaborative ecosystem aimed at increasing development speed, effic...

Tesla Inc.'s self-driving taxis experienced issues on their first day offering paid rides, with instances of traffic law violations being captured, Bloomberg reported June 23. One significant incident involved a Model Y that failed to execute a left turn properly, entering a lane meant for opposite direction traffic in Austin. The vehicle swerved and crossed a double-yellow line to reenter the correct lane, an infraction caught on video by Rob Maurer, a Tesla investor, the report said. Additi...

AEye, a company specializing in adaptive, high-performance Lidar solutions, has joined the WinTOR project at the University of Toronto, as reported in a press release on June 23. This initiative focuses on creating advancements in autonomous driving, AI and perception technologies. The collaboration aims to develop innovative perception solutions that will enable autonomous vehicles to function effectively in various weather conditions, particularly in challenging situations such as heavy rai...