Taoglas, a provider of advanced radio-frequency (RF) and antenna solutions, announced the release of its new Patriot series, a versatile, compact roof-mount antenna tailored for connected vehicle fleets. This advanced antenna is especially beneficial for emergency services, utilities and commercial sectors. The Patriot series integrates up to 18 antenna elements within a single module, offering robust multinetwork connectivity while minimizing roof clutter and simplifying installation processes....

Continental is providing Audi's new premium Q6 e-tron sport utility vehicle with an advanced access system that includes both a traditional car key and the digital CoSmA intelligent access system. This digital system, which uses highly secure ultra-wideband technology (UWB), allows for vehicle access without needing to physically handle a key or smartphone, though the option to use a physical key remains. The system is compatible with numerous smartphone models from major providers. The Aud...

As reported in a press release on June 18, Murata Manufacturing is advancing automotive noise suppression technology with its new BLM15VM series of automotive-compliant chip ferrite beads. This series is designed to provide wideband noise suppression for high-frequency 5G vehicle-to-everything (5G-V2X) applications with high impedance. Mass production should begin in July. The automotive sector has seen a rise in high-frequency wireless communication for applications such as navigation, audio...

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,...

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...

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...

As reported in a press release on April 14, STMicroelectronics has unveiled two new additions to its ST25R portfolio of automotive near-field communications (NFC) readers, the ST25R500 and ST25R501, designed to improve wake-up and detection range for a superior user experience. These new products conform to the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) and Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) standards, catering to the needs of digital key and center console applications, including device pairing, engine sta...

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 ...

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...

Porsche has announced substantial improvements to the infotainment technology in several of its model series, including the 911, Taycan, Panamera and Cayenne, starting with the new model year. These upgrades are a testament to Porsche's commitment to high performance not just in terms of powertrain and chassis technology but also in enhancing the digital experience for its customers. The updated Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system is now equipped with more responsive hardware, inc...

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 ...

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:  ...

Voyah, the premium new-energy vehicle (NEV) arm of Dongfeng Motor, has introduced four new variants to its Dream multipurpose vehicle (MPV) lineup featuring Huawei's Qiankun ADS 3.0 smart driving software and HarmonyOS cockpit system as standard, according to a report published by CnEVPost on Feb. 19. This addition aims to attract more customers by enhancing the vehicle's smart driving capabilities and reducing the financial barrier for acquiring these advanced technologies by 70,000 yuan (ab...

Samsung Electronics has introduced Digital Key compatibility for specific Volvo Cars and Polestar vehicles through the Samsung Wallet app, enabling Galaxy smartphone users to unlock, lock and start their cars seamlessly. Highlighting the importance of this development, Woncheol Chai, executive vice president and head of the Digital Wallet Team at Samsung Electronics, noted that it enhances the connected, secure experiences within the Galaxy ecosystem and represents a notable progression in makin...

Lauterbach, a global provider of development tools, and Corellium, known for providing Arm®-based virtual platforms, have made a significant announcement on February 11, 2025, from their respective locations in Hoehenkirchen, Germany, and Boynton Beach, USA. The two companies have introduced an innovative solution enabling the development of automotive software based on the Arm Reference Design-1 AE (Arm RD-1 AE) automotive platform directly in the cloud, prior to the availability of physical c...

Hyundai Mobis has revealed its latest innovation — a new movable sound system that works in harmony with a rollable display located in the driver's cockpit, aiming to enhance interior design with superior sound quality across different display settings. This cutting-edge sound system adjusts its position in synchronization with the display's movements, a feature that complements Hyundai Mobis' world-first rollable display developed two years prior. This display, extending up to 30 in...

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S Limited offers over 45 inches of usable screen space, over 170 standard safety and security features, and a unique Selec-Terrain traction management system exclusive to the Jeep brand. Priced starting at $66,995, including the destination fee, the Limited trim introduces a Hydro Blue exterior and an Arctic Grey interior, setting it apart in design and aesthetics. The vehicle boasts a range of premium features such as a black roof, mirror caps, 20-inch machined aluminu...

MyTVS, a subsidiary of Ki Mobility Solutions Pvt. Ltd. and a significant player in the automotive aftermarket sector, introduced MyTVS Astra, a pioneering cloud-integrated platform, at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. This platform, described as a transformative digital disruptor driven by AI, amalgamates telematics, diagnostics, infotainment and AI-powered cloud connectivity into a cohesive system, aimed at automating vehicle servicing processes. MyTVS Astra, as explained by G Srinivasa Ra...

The 2025 Toyota Prius, continuing its legacy of innovation since its inception in 1997, introduces enhanced features and technology, maintaining its global sales tally of over 5.3 million units, including 350,000 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The newest iteration of the vehicle now includes geo-fencing technology, an app-based digital key, and wireless smartphone charging as standard across its range. The plug-in hybrid model combines an all-electric range of up to 110 km in city and urban settings w...

Volvo Cars has announced significant tech upgrades for several of its models, including the XC40, EX40, EC40, S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, and V90 Cross Country, starting from the upcoming model year. These enhancements encompass the introduction of Volvo's new-generation user experience named Volvo Car UX and the integration of the Snapdragon® Cockpit Platform from Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., renowned for improving the infotainment system's responsiveness and speed. The Volvo Car UX, ...

Hyundai Motor India reported a significant increase in the sales of cars equipped with connected features, marking a rise to over 25% in 2024 from around 5% in 2019. The company has successfully sold more than 675,000 vehicles with these advanced features across the country since 2019, underscoring the growing demand for connected car technology. In 2019, connected cars accounted for only 4.7% of Hyundai's retail sales in India, but this figure climbed to 25.7% last year. Hyundai presently offer...

The recent update to Android Auto has introduced a modification that centers the destination/search bar on the screen, causing inconvenience to some users by obscuring significant portions of the map and the route being traveled. This change from the previous right-aligned position of the search bar/destination box, which is notably large, has led to complaints among drivers, especially on platforms like Reddit. Despite the option to collapse the menu to regain some visibility of the map, users ...

At the recent Automotive World 2025 exhibition in Tokyo, Neusoft Corp. made a significant impression by showcasing its advanced technology products and solutions in the realm of intelligent vehicle connectivity. This event highlighted Neusoft's contributions to the automotive industry, particularly in Japan, a crucial market for automotive innovation where the demand for intelligent vehicle technologies has surged. Neusoft unveiled its NAGIC intelligent cockpit software platform during the ex...

The Leapmotor C10, a midsize SUV developed by Leapmotor International for global markets beyond China, has been launched in Australia without the inclusion of popular smartphone mirroring technologies, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. According to Francesco Giacalone, the head of product and marketing at Leapmotor International, the current generation of the C10, despite being capable of receiving over-the-air updates, is built on an older technology platform that does not support these features....

On January 24, Douyin, the Chinese counterpart of TikTok, introduced a new ride-hailing service within its app. This service can be found in the My Wallet section and initially features only Gaode Taxi (powered by AutoNavi) as its provider. However, the app hints at the future inclusion of additional mobility services by displaying a "more brands coming soon" notice. Douyin's entry into the ride-hailing market resembles the strategy of WeChat, which aggregates multiple service providers, promine...

Indian AI startup KOGO, in collaboration with digital mapping company MapmyIndia, has introduced a groundbreaking universal voice assistant for the automotive industry, featuring a unique technology that allows AI agents to communicate among themselves. This innovation marks a first in the automotive sector and has garnered attention from six OEMs—two domestic and four international—anticipating $4.5 million in implementations over the coming four to six months. The voice assistant, unveiled...

At Bharat Mobility Global Expo (BMGE) 2025, held in New Delhi from Jan. 17 to Jan. 22, Bosch Ltd., a renowned global supplier of technology and services, unveiled its latest contributions to the automotive sector's future. The company showcased its innovations in areas including safety systems, software solutions and electrification at two venues, emphasizing its commitment to creating a safe, sustainable and forward-looking mobility landscape. Guruprasad Mudlapur, president of the Bosch Gr...

At Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 in Las Vegas, Neusoft Corp. showcased a wide array of automotive products and solutions, emphasizing its AI and data-driven approach under the event theme Dive In. The company, known for its significant contributions to the information technology industry globally, drew attention with its intelligent solutions strategy, highlighting its commitment to digital transformation and global cooperation within the automotive sector. Neusoft's exhibition in...

At Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 in Las Vegas, Honda introduced its first two new 0 Series line of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), the Honda 0 sport utility vehicle and Honda 0 saloon. These two prototype models are set to enter commercial production in North America in 2026 and later in global markets. The Japanese automaker also unveiled the ASIMO OS, an original vehicle operating system (OS) designed to provide a customized mobility experience for the Honda 0 Series models. T...

HERE Technologies has introduced the HERE AI Assistant, an innovative AI solution tailored to the automotive and transportation industries. The HERE AI Assistant utilizes generative AI large language models (LLMs) to provide location-aware guidance through natural language interaction. Designed to enhance personalized travel planning, the AI Assistant offers instant, high-quality responses to complex location-based inquiries. It is aimed at the automotive sector to augment software-def...

At Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 in Las Vegas this week, the BMW Group unveiled its close-to-production version of the new BMW iDrive, featuring BMW Panoramic Vision, underpinned by the new BMW Operating System X. This advanced software acts as the intelligence hub for the display and operating concept, set to be integrated into all new BMW Neue Klasse models by the end of 2025. “High tech meets highly intuitive operation — a quarter of a century of pioneering work and te...

SoundHound AI has introduced an in-vehicle voice commerce platform at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025, currently (Jan. 7–10) taking place in Las Vegas. This platform, demonstrated at its CES booth, enables drivers and passengers to use the car's infotainment system to order takeout and navigate to the pickup location hands-free. It leverages SoundHound's conversational AI technology, allowing users to perform various tasks such as finding restaurants, placing orders and making payments se...

At Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 in Las Vegas, Harman International, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, will unveil a suite of intelligent, contextual products and technologies that are redefining what it means to drive and ride in a car. The company has been pivotal in transforming vehicles into connected, responsive hubs through its Ready Upgrade, Ready Care and Ready Display products. These offerings integrate vehicles with immersive audio, augmented reality displays and seamles...