Mercedes-Benz and Momenta have announced a milestone in their partnership following the successful launch of the all-electric CLA. By combining "Mercedes-Benz standards" with "Chinese speed," they are delivering a driving experience tailored to the complexities of Chinese urban environments. The urban pilot system uses large models trained on extensive real-world Chinese road data, enabling the all-electric CLA to navigate challenging scenarios such as complex intersections, narrow passages and ...

Tensor and Arm have announced a multiyear strategic collaboration to develop the foundational compute architecture for agentic AI personal Robocar. Tensor is utilizing the Arm compute platform, which integrates hardware, software, and ecosystem enablement to power AI workloads across the entire vehicle. This collaboration has resulted in the integration of over 400 Arm-based cores in each vehicle, representing the highest concentration of Arm technology in a consumer vehicle to date. As Tensor p...

Beam Global, a provider of infrastructure solutions for electrification, energy security and smart city infrastructure, and HEVO Inc., a developer of wireless charging technology, have launched an integrated autonomous wireless charging system. This system uses Beam Global's EV ARC, an off-grid, solar-powered EV charging infrastructure, combined with HEVO's Rezonant wireless charging hardware and Journey software platform. The system offers a solution for the autonomous vehicle sect...

Uber Technologies has announced the launch of Uber Autonomous Solutions, an extensive suite of services aimed at aiding partners in the commercialization of autonomous vehicles globally. This initiative emphasizes the potential of autonomous technology to enhance transportation safety and affordability. According to Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber, while innovation in autonomy progresses quickly, its commercial implementation will require more time. Uber has utilized its extensive on-demand mo...

IM Motors introduced its new models, the IM5 and IM6, in the United Arab Emirates and Tunisia at the beginning of 2026. Both models feature the IM driver assistance system, which was developed in collaboration with Momenta. This expansion into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region broadens the partnership's reach to over a dozen markets across five continents. The driver assistance system utilizes Momenta's End-to-End Flywheel Big Model, which continuously learns and adapts to local ...

BOS Semiconductors, a fabless chipmaker from South Korea, has successfully raised approximately $60.2 million (87 million won) in a Series-A funding round, a significant figure for an early-stage South Korean startup. This reflects the market's interest in AI semiconductors and BOS Semiconductors' rising status in the industry. The funding round saw participation from both existing and new investors, including Atinum Investment, Partners Investment, Stick Ventures, Industrial Bank of Korea,...

Uber Technologies announced it will invest over $100 million to develop autonomous vehicle charging hubs, enhancing its self-driving operations. This initiative will include installing DC fast-charging stations at Uber's autonomous depots and at key locations in priority cities. The expansion of charging infrastructure will start in the US with the Bay Area, Los Angeles and Dallas, before extending to additional cities. Uber is also collaborating with chargepoint operators globally to establi...

Tesla has announced the production of its first Cybercab at Gigafactory Texas. This vehicle, devoid of a steering wheel and pedals, relies entirely on autonomous driving software, which Tesla has not yet perfected. Despite the production milestone, Tesla's robo-taxi program in Austin, Texas, shows a high crash rate, nearly four times that of human drivers, with limited availability and a small fleet still requiring safety monitors. The Cybercab, intended solely as an autonomous taxi costing unde...

UE | STUDIOS has unveiled the Self-driving Urban E-Shuttle (SUE), a fully autonomous electric minibus, developed with a consortium of 10 partners, that utilizes sustainable materials such as Covestro's polycarbonate and is funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) and the EU. The People Mover will undergo testing at speeds up to 50 km/h on public roads in 2026. The project was funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy and the EU, an...

The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) has invested 400 million rupees (about $4.4 million) to establish a new facility in Pune, Maharashtra, aimed at calibrating advanced driver assistance systems for India's road conditions. The new facility addresses the gap in technology adaptation from premium to mass-market vehicles in India, where ADAS features optimized for European roads have not performed well for Indian consumers.  Reji Mathai, director of ARAI, noted that the eff...

The recently concluded Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 (Jan. 6–9, 2026) marked a clear inflection point: software-defined vehicles (SDVs) have entered their industrialization phase. Original equipment manufacturers and suppliers shifted decisively away from exploratory demos and concepts toward scalable, production-ready SDV platforms, with most architectures, toolchains and compute strategies aligned to 2026–28 SOPs. The focus has clearly moved from what SDVs could do, to how they can ...

Waymo is advancing its autonomous driving technology with the introduction of its 6th-generation Driver. This system is built for expansion into more cities and diverse environments, including extreme winter weather, with a design that reduces costs while maintaining safety standards. Over seven years, Waymo has accumulated experience from nearly 200 million autonomous miles driven in over 10 major cities. Waymo's Driver leverages a custom sensing suite combining high-resolution cameras, radar a...

Aumovio is supplying Leapmotor, a mainland China-based electric-car manufacturer, with a range of safety systems for its B- and C-platform vehicles. Leapmotor’s B-platform models are equipped with Aumovio's latest long-range radar, electric parking brake and airbag control unit (ACU), while the C-platform models come equipped with the MK C2 one-box brake system, long-range radar and ACU. For Leapmotor's high-volume sport utility vehicle models such as the C10, C11 and C16, Aumovio supplies ...

Mobility technology provider Ecarx Holdings introduced a preproduction sample of its innovative Zenith computing platform at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, held recently in Las Vegas. This new platform, designed in collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, utilizes the Snapdragon Elite SA8797 platform for automotive and offers an integrated high-performance intelligent cockpit and advanced driver assistance system architecture. The platform supports Android 16, Google Automotive Servi...

Diodes Inc. has announced the release of the automotive-compliant PI2MEQX2505Q, a 1.8-V, 2.5-Gbps MIPI D-PHY ReDriver with four differential data lanes and one clock lane. This device is designed for the MIPI D-PHY 1.2 protocol and regenerates D-PHY signaling in channels involving printed circuit board (PCB) traces, connectors and cables to ensure optimal electrical performance from CSI-2/DSI sources to sinks, compensating for frequency loss. The PI2MEQX2505Q supports data rates up to 2.5 Gbps, ...

Caocao Mobility, a Chinese ride-hailing platform, has announced that its Robotaxi 2.0 fleet will incorporate low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communication technology from Spacety, known as Shikong Daoyu. This integration includes a satellite-based SOS emergency feature that will be introduced in a future update. The initiative is part of Caocao Mobility's strategy to develop a comprehensive space-ground safety assurance system to improve the safety and reliability of its autonomous mobility serv...

WeRide has launched WeRide GENESIS, a proprietary simulation model designed to enhance the development, training and validation of autonomous vehicles through the integration of physical AI and generative AI. The platform can rapidly create realistic virtual environments, enabling large-scale training and validation of autonomous vehicles by simulating complex real-world driving scenarios, which accelerates iteration cycles and reduces costs associated with traditional road testing. WeRide GENES...

DiDi Autonomous Driving and GAC Aion have announced the delivery of the R2, a new-generation robo-taxi developed collaboratively. This fleet, intended for use in Guangzhou, mainland China, has already received road test licenses for intelligent connected vehicles. A delivery ceremony attended by Guangzhou Vice Mayor Lai Zhihong and key representatives from both companies marked the event. The collaboration aims to advance autonomous driving technologies and gradually introduce these innovat...

Tesla has launched public robo-taxi rides without a safety monitor onboard in Austin, Texas. This announcement was made by Ashok Elluswamy, Tesla's vice president of Autopilot and AI software, on X. Tesla previously introduced a robo-taxi service in Austin in June 2025 for its employees, which included a human safety monitor seated in the passenger seat. The safety monitor requirement has now been removed as the service is expanded to the general public. Elluswamy noted that the rollout inclu...

Innoviz Technologies announced the release of InnovizSMART, a ready-to-buy lidar solution tailored for various smart applications. InnovizSMART features high-resolution 3D point cloud detection, low power consumption and ease of installation, making it suitable for applications such as perimeter security, traffic management and robotics. The product is fully industrialized, allowing global partners to utilize an automotive-grade sensor with short lead times to meet current and ant...

QCraft has commenced the year with QCraft Day 2026, showcasing its advancements and objectives in the autonomous driving sector to over 200 industry guests in Beijing on Jan. 23. During the event, the company highlighted its achievements in mass production, development and deployment, as well as its plans for further expansion. James Yu, co-founder, chairman and CEO of QCraft, delivered a keynote speech titled "Bringing Autonomous Driving into Real Life," describing 2026 as the start of a t...

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas, Tier IV showcased its latest work on end-to-end (E2E) AI for Level 4+ autonomy. The Japanese supplier presented a new development vehicle and conducted live technical demonstrations in collaboration with the Autoware Foundation, a global consortium that supports open-source projects enabling autonomous mobility. In April 2025, Tier IV initiated a major project aimed at developing Level 4+ autonomy, which maintains the characteristics o...

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, Teledyne FLIR OEM, a subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies, introduced Tura, an Automotive Safety Integration Level (ASIL)-B thermal longwave infrared camera designed in compliance with ISO 26262 functional safety standards. Tura is tailored for vehicle-based night vision, advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous vehicles, addressing the need for high-performance, cost-effective thermal solutions. The camera features a passive 640 x 512 resolut...

ZKW Group is supplying advanced headlights for the new Audi Q3 compact sport utility vehicle. The Austria-based supplier has developed the digital Matrix LED headlights featuring micro-LED technology in collaboration with Audi's technical experts. Each headlight comprises 25,600 individually controllable micro-LED pixels, enabling precise light control and projection for enhanced road illumination with improved contrast and brightness. Moreover, the glare-free high beam is automatically controll...

Nodar, a company specializing in ultrawide-baseline stereo vision for autonomous systems and intelligent machines, has introduced its software-only 3D perception products. Previously, Nodar's patented stereo vision algorithms were available only through integrated development kits, but the new Nodar software development kit (SDK) now offers them as licensable, software-only products. This allows original equipment manufacturers and developers to evaluate, integrate and deploy long-rang...

Dynamic Map Platform North America Inc. (DMP NA) has been chosen by Subaru Corp. to supply high-definition (HD) map data for Subaru's new Advanced EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, which will be featured in the 2026 Subaru Outback. This technology includes features such as Highway Hands-Free Assist, Emergency Stop Assist with Safe Lane Selection, Highway Active Lane Change Assist, Pre-Curve Speed Control, and Automatic Resume Assist. Chris Thibodeau, CEO and president of DMP NA, expressed en...

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, Leopard Imaging showcased its comprehensive range of AI vision solutions, demonstrating how intelligent vision is facilitating the practical implementation of Physical AI. Physical AI, a core theme at CES 2026, focuses on the application of AI beyond virtual environments into real-world perception and action. Leopard Imaging presented end-to-end vision solutions that connect algorithms and physical systems, thus empowering the development of next-gene...

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, Aeva announced that its frequency-modulated continuous-wave (FMCW) 4D lidar technology has been selected for the NVIDIA Drive Hyperion autonomous vehicle reference platform. This integration signifies a crucial step for Aeva as it broadens its role as a primary lidar sensor supplier to global passenger and commercial vehicle original equipment manufacturers using NVIDIA's autonomous vehicle architecture. The NVIDIA Drive Hyperion platform is a...

Eye-Net Mobile, a subsidiary of Foresight Autonomous Holdings, has demonstrated a commercially ready vehicle-to-everything (V2X) collision prevention system at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas. The technology utilizes cellular networks to deliver real-time alerts for hazards that are beyond the line of sight, aiming to enhance vehicle safety and protect vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists. This system addresses the limitations of traditional driver assista...

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 held in Las Vegas, Garmin announced the expansion of its collaboration on automotive technology by introducing the Nexus automotive-grade high-performance compute (HPC) platform. This platform, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon Elite Platform for automotive, is designed to integrate various vehicle domains, including in-vehicle infotainment, instrument clusters and advanced driver assistance systems into a cohesive system. Scheduled for programs star...

NVIDIA has introduced the NVIDIA Alpamayo family of open AI models, simulation tools and datasets to enhance the development of autonomous vehicles with a focus on safe, reasoning-based functionality. Autonomous vehicles face challenges in managing a wide array of driving conditions, particularly rare and complex scenarios known as the "long tail". Traditional autonomous vehicle architectures often separate perception and planning, which can limit effectiveness in novel situations...

Iveco has announced a new program in collaboration with PlusAI to launch the first deployment of heavy-duty trucks with Level 4 autonomous driving systems (ADS) in Southern Europe. This initiative will be in partnership with Spanish logistics operator Sesé and the government of Aragon, Spain. Under the program, two heavy-duty trucks equipped with Level 4 autonomous driving capabilities, powered by PlusAI's SuperDrive virtual driver, will be developed. Starting in 2026, these trucks will unde...

Skyworks Solutions showcased its expanded lineup of automotive-grade solutions, which enhance connectivity and electrification, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026. Its products, such as the V2X Front-End Modules and Notch Filters, improve real-time road awareness and support autonomous vehicles. The SKY5A2110 GNSS L1 + L5 Dual-Frequency Automotive LNA FEM offers faster satellite positioning with robust interference immunity, supporting advanced navigation systems. Furthermore, S...

FIH, a subsidiary of Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), participated in the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 under the theme Driving the Future of Smart Mobility. The company exhibited its core automotive electronics solutions, including high-performance computing (HPC) platforms, in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems, advanced driver assistance systems and telematics control units (TCUs). As part of its showcase, FIH introduced an interactive demo vehicle demonstrating the centralized...

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, ThunderSoft announced AquaDrive OS 2.0 Pre, the latest evolution of its AI-native vehicle operating system designed to accelerate the industry’s transition toward AI-defined vehicles. Unveiled under the theme AI-Native. Road-Ready, AquaDrive OS 2.0 Pre is built around three core pillars: A unified in-vehicle experience, AI-native intelligence by design, and faster readiness for mass production. The platform establishes a new foun...

At the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show, Afari and Geely announced the launch of G-ASD (Geely Afari Smart Driving), a new intelligent driving system aimed at advancing the transition toward more autonomous driving. This system is described as a highly integrated, model-driven solution that utilizes advanced AI paradigms. G-ASD's architecture incorporates multimodal foundation models, visual-language models (VLM), vision-language-action models (VLA), world models and reinforcement learning. Th...

Valens Semiconductor has announced a new design win for its VA7000 MIPI A-PHY-compliant chipsets, which will be integrated into the advanced driver assistance systems of a high-profile global automotive original equipment manufacturer targeting the Chinese market. The integration of the VA7000 chipsets into the OEM's vehicles is scheduled to commence production in 2027. MIPI A-PHY stands out as the premier standardized solution for high-speed sensor connectivity and has achieved design wins acro...

Omnivision has announced that its complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) image sensors, the 8-megapixel (MP) OX08D10 and the 3-MP OX03H10, featuring TheiaCel technology, are now supported on the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Hyperion autonomous vehicle platform. This platform, unveiled by NVIDIA at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, is designed to enhance functional safety and cybersecurity in autonomous vehicles, enabling Level 4-ready capabilities. The OX08D10 sensor is noted for its us...

AiMotive has introduced advancements in driving assistance systems and virtual validation, unveiling a real-time, hyper-realistic neural simulation through aiSim connected to LGE's High-Performing Computing (HPC), running aiMotive's aiDrive software in a closed-loop. At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, aiMotive demonstrated its aiDrive software stack, designed to support advanced driver assistance systems and automated driving applications using only camera and radar sensors, bypassing ...

Lucid Group, Nuro and Uber Technologies have revealed the production intent vehicles for their global robo-taxi service, together with an Uber-designed in-cabin rider experience, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026. These developments mark a significant step forward as the companies announced the start of autonomous on-road testing in December 2025. This testing phase is critical in preparing for the anticipated launch of the robo-taxi service in the San Francisco Bay Area later in 2026,...

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas, Leapmotor and Qualcomm Technologies jointly unveiled what they claim is the world's first cross-domain integrated solution using Snapdragon Cockpit Elite and Snapdragon Ride Elite automotive platforms. Displayed at Qualcomm's booth, the controller showcased how a dual-chipset architecture can enhance compute performance, streamline vehicle electronics and enable advanced AI capabilities throughout a vehicle. This collaboration underlin...

Geely Auto Group attended the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 for the third consecutive year, showcasing its dedication to advancing intelligent mobility. At this event, Geely introduced Full-Domain AI 2.0 and G-ASD (Geely Afari Smart Driving). These breakthroughs are designed to enhance vehicle intelligence and accelerate high-level autonomous driving capabilities. Full-Domain AI 2.0 represents an evolution from Geely's previous version, moving from module-based intelligence to a unifie...

Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) kicked off Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 with a preview of its electric vehicle future, world-premiering the AFEELA Prototype 2026 and confirming US deliveries for the AFEELA 1 EV later in 2026. The announcements spotlight SHM's push to redefine EVs as Creative Entertainment Spaces, blending advanced AI, entertainment and seamless driving for electric mobility. At a pre-CES press conference, SHM positioned the AFEELA 1 pre-production model as its first EV...

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, TomTom is introducing a novel approach to its exhibition by organizing its demos into thematic zones to enhance visitor understanding of its technology and its applications. In the Experience zone, TomTom is showcasing Automotive Navigation and Context-aware Automated Driving solutions, which are pivotal in redefining the driving experience. Giovanni Giancaspro, market segment manager, emphasized the importance of public trust in automated driving ...

AMD is returning to the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) with a new lineup of automotive demonstrations that push the boundaries of perception, digital cockpits, cloud-based development and in-vehicle computing. The 2026 showcases highlight how AMD brings together high-performance compute, adaptive architectures and AI acceleration to enable the next generation of software-defined vehicles (SDVs). AMD held live technology and partner demonstrations around advanced driver assistance systems at ...

Teradar, a US-based company specializing in terahertz (THz) vision technology, introduced its flagship sensor, Teradar Summit, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026. The Teradar Summit is a long-range, high-resolution sensor designed to operate effectively in all weather conditions. This development addresses a crucial gap left by traditional radar and lidar sensors.  Teradar is engaged in eight development partnerships across the US and Germany and plans to start bidding on high-v...

Schaeffler will present its comprehensive motion technology portfolio at the Consumer Electronics Show 2026 (CES), which will be held in Las Vegas this week. The exhibition will feature intelligent motion components and systems addressing industry challenges in humanoid robotics, energy generation, industrial automation and vehicle technology. The German supplier will present technologies for software-defined vehicles (SDVs) that simplify vehicle architectures and enable real-time control. Th...

Seyond, a California, US-based company specializing in lidar solutions, will present its full end-to-end lidar portfolio at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, scheduled to be held in Las Vegas on Jan. 6 to 9, 2026. The company’s showcase includes ultralong-range, long-range and fully solid-state sensing solutions designed for automotive, robotics and intelligent infrastructure applications. Seyond's comprehensive portfolio allows customers to meet all their lidar needs through a...

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas, LG Innotek will present its Next-Generation Under-Display Camera Module (UDC) designed for installation behind a vehicle's instrument cluster to monitor the driver. This innovative solution is significant as it forms part of the driver monitoring system (DMS), a technology that integrates a camera and software within vehicles to continuously assess the driver's status, focusing on indicators such as drowsiness and attention leve...

SiEngine, a mainland Chinese automotive research and development firm, has begun mass production of its new AI-capable chips for autonomous vehicles and advanced driver assistance systems. The AD1000 and AD800 system-on-chip (SoC) units are fabricated on a 7-nanometer (nm) process, providing improved thermal and power efficiency. These chips are aimed at car manufacturers interested in implementing Level 2 to Level 4 autonomous driving features, which include hands-free and attention-free drivin...

Innoviz Technologies has launched the InnovizThree lidar. InnovizThree is characterized by slimmer dimensions and reduced power consumption, while offering high performance at a significantly lower price compared to InnovizTwo. The new design allows for flexible integration options, such as behind the windshield or on the rooftop, providing automakers with various design options. InnovizThree is designed for enhanced sensing power and efficiency, offering reliability and scalability across vehic...

Imagry, a provider of real-time AI-based systems for machine operation in the physical world, has announced a pilot project in Japan in collaboration with Toyota Tsusho Corp. The pilot aims to assess the operational feasibility of Imagry's autonomous driving system in Japan's public transportation sector. Upon successful evaluation, Imagry plans to offer this fully integrated bus platform to public transportation operators and municipalities across the country to meet the increasing demand for s...

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, Rohde & Schwarz is showcasing testing and validation solutions that help automakers and suppliers accelerate the market introduction of safer, smarter and more sustainable vehicles.  In electric drivetrain testing, Rohde & Schwarz is focusing on inverter and battery management system (BMS) characterization to enhance efficiency in electric mobility. The solution provides insights into switching behavior, electromagnetic interferen...

AB Dynamics has introduced the GST 120 Plus, which it claims is the first advanced driver assistance system target platform capable of meeting the European New Car Assessment Program's (EuroNCAP) 2026 protocols that require higher test speeds. This platform can achieve speeds up to 130 kilometers per hour (km/h), facilitating evaluations for high-speed rear-collision scenarios. While it mirrors the existing GST 120 model in dimensions, the Plus version includes significant upgrades such as a bat...

Rivian has introduced a new software update aimed at enhancing the driving experience and expanding the functionality of its assisted driving features. This update, version 2025.46, broadens the Universal Hands-Free driving capability to cover more than 3.5 million miles of roads across the US and Canada, extending beyond highways to any roads with clearly marked lane lines. The update also introduces Autonomy Drive Styles with Mild, Medium and Spicy settings, allowing drivers to customize their...

Siemens has introduced its PAVE360 Automotive technology, a digital twin software designed to address the increasing complexity of automotive hardware and software integration. This off-the-shelf solution enables automotive manufacturers and suppliers to accelerate the development of software-defined vehicles through early full-system virtual integration. It enhances the efficiency of software development for advanced driver assistance systems, autonomous driving and in-vehicle infotainment (IVI...

AiMotive, in collaboration with LG, is set to unveil a new high-performing computing (HPC) Lite platform at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026. This platform integrates LG's in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system and advanced driver assistance system into a single controller designed to support advanced driver assistance and enhance in-vehicle experiences. The development of the HPC platform began in May, aiming to act as a central processing unit that consolidates multiple functions wi...

Aeva is preparing to showcase advancements in sensing and perception systems at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas from Jan. 6 to 9, 2026. It plans to demonstrate a passenger original equipment manufacturer vehicle equipped with 4D lidar integrated into the windshield and introduce a new 4D lidar sensor designed for applications in robotics, automotive and smart infrastructure. This sensor marks an evolution of Aeva's lidar-on-chip platform, enhancing capabiliti...

Rivian plans to launch its Gen 3 Autonomy Platform in late 2026 on the R2 model, featuring a shift to in-house silicon designed for vision-centric physical AI. This platform will be powered by the first-generation Rivian Autonomy Processor (RAP1), a custom 5-nanometer (nm) processor integrating processing and memory into a multichip module. The Autonomy Compute Module 3 (ACM3) will utilize RAP1 and boasts notable specifications, including 1600 sparse INT8 tera operations per second (TOPS) utiliz...

LG Innotek has announced its participation in the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, which will be held from Jan. 6 to 9 in Las Vegas. The company will present a portfolio of future mobility solutions focused on autonomous driving and electric vehicles. LG Innotek will showcase 35 products at the Las Vegas Convention Center's West Hall under the theme of future mobility. The exhibition aims to highlight integrated solutions that combine hardware with AI-based software, positioning LG Inn...

Mitsubishi Electric Corp. has announced the development of a new technology designed to detect intoxication levels in drivers by monitoring signs of distraction and drowsiness. This system aims to prevent alcohol-related accidents by issuing alerts and initiating vehicle-control interventions when necessary. The system utilizes non-contact pulse-rate measurements captured through a driver monitoring system alongside vehicle control data, such as steering and acceleration inputs. It integrates...

On Dec. 11, Rivian held its first Autonomy & AI Day event at its Palo Alto offices in the San Francisco Bay Area, California, highlighting its advancements in automotive technology. The US-based electric-car maker introduced its proprietary, purpose-built silicon and outlined its road map for next-generation vehicle autonomy, featuring a new software architecture enhanced by AI. “I could not be more excited for the work our teams are driving in autonomy and AI,” said RJ Scaringe, foun...

Sany Group has announced that its fourth-generation autonomous heavy-duty truck, developed in collaboration with Pony.ai, is close to being ready for mass production, with commercial operations expected to begin in 2026. This development is anticipated to solidify China's leadership in autonomous freight and further the digital, intelligent and environmentally friendly transformation of the logistics industry. The new autonomous truck model represents significant technical integration between...

At Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas in January 2026, Aumovio will introduce an advanced camera system designed to enhance vehicle safety in adverse weather conditions such as fog, snow and rain. This next-generation camera leverages AI to deliver clear, high-resolution images, improving driver visibility and safety throughout the year. The camera system is a response to the growing demand for advanced driver assistance technologies, driven by standards from organizations such...

Hyundai Motor Group unveiled MobED (Mobile Eccentric Droid), its first mass-produced mobility robot platform, at the International Robot Exhibition 2025 in Tokyo. Initially presented as a concept at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2022, MobED has been refined into a fully autonomous mobility robot platform using AI.  MobED is designed to offer a next-generation solution adaptable to various industries and everyday life, setting new standards in the global robotics market and promoting co...

Voyant Photonics has announced new additions to its Carbon lidar platform, unveiling 32-line and 64-line variants intended for compact, cost-sensitive and compute-limited systems. These new models, to be showcased at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, complement the existing 128-line configurations, offering broader choices in the portfolio. The Carbon platform, built on the same semiconductor foundation as Voyant's flagship model, maintains advantages such as velocity measurement, interferen...

Didi Autonomous Driving has launched a 24/7 fully unmanned robo-taxi trial in specific demonstration areas in Guangzhou, mainland China, following its involvement as the official autonomous driving provider for the 15th National Games. Starting immediately, users can book rides using the Didi app to experience completely driverless travel, marking a significant milestone in Didi's service capabilities. The trial is operating in the Huangpu core living circle, which includes high-frequency loc...

LG Innotek plans to showcase a consumer-focused vision of its automotive technology during Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, The Korea Herald reported Dec. 3, 2025. At the event, which will take place from Jan. 6 to Jan. 9, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall, Nevada, the South Korea-based company will feature two full-scale vehicle mock-ups, demonstrating integrated systems for autonomous driving and electric vehicles. These systems will incorporate 35 products across the mod...

Wayve has introduced GAIA-3, the latest iteration of its generative world model, aimed at enhancing the evaluation and validation of its autonomous driving AI. GAIA-3 is an advancement over its predecessor, GAIA-2, being larger and more adept at facilitating the evaluation of modern end-to-end driving systems. It helps address the challenge of replicating complex real-world driving scenarios, which are typically rare and hazardous, by simulating dynamic scenarios in a safe and efficient manner. ...

Audi is enhancing its model series with new features for electric models using the PPE platform and combustion-engine vehicles using the PPC platform. Chief Technical Officer Geoffrey Bouquot said that these innovations would improve the driving experience with updates in hardware, such as new headlights, and software enhancements in driver assistance and entertainment. The Audi S5 and S6 e-tron models now feature the "dynamic plus" mode, providing an intense driving experience with improved con...

Volkswagen Group China Technology Co. (VCTC) has completed the final expansion of its Hefei research and development center with the opening of its first Test Workshops, giving the Group full end-to-end development capabilities in the mainland Chinese market for the first time. The new facilities bring software, hardware and whole-vehicle validation together under one roof, speeding up decision-making, strengthening customer alignment and accelerating the rollout of next-generation technologies....

At the iREX 2025 global robotics expo, oToBrite introduced an array of advanced Vision-AI tools targeting outdoor robotics, unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) and smart-mobility platforms. The presentation included its automotive-grade GMSL camera series, a visual-inertial odometry (VIO) camera, a multicamera positioning system named oToSLAM, and a new GMSL Camera developer kit compatible with the NVIDIA Jetson platform. The GMSL cameras are equipped with automotive-grade sensors that offer...

Mainland Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Li Auto has announced its forthcoming AI-powered smart glasses, which underscore the company's dedication to integrating AI technology into its vehicles. The smart glasses will operate alongside Li Auto's MindVLA system, which was introduced earlier in 2025 and supports assisted driving and various vehicle automation features. The accessory aims to offer passengers an interactive and personalized experience by utilizing spatial, lingu...

Raytron, an infrared thermal imaging technology developer, has introduced advanced infrared thermal cameras designed for commercial vehicles, particularly targeting next-generation robo-trucks. These cameras provide wide-angle and all-weather perception, crucial for ensuring operational safety and efficiency. Infrared thermal cameras are essential for robo-trucks due to their ability to penetrate darkness, dust and haze in high-risk areas such as mines and construction sites, where traditio...

Joynext recently participated in the Tech Day event at Hyundai Motor's global headquarters in South Korea, where it showcased its cross-domain nCCU (central computing unit) series solution. This solution has gained significant recognition from Hyundai due to its technological strength and global delivery capabilities. In the future, the nCCU series solution is expected to be promoted for global mass production based on next-generation electrical/electronic (E/E) architecture, as indica...

Raytron has collaborated with Geely-owned Zeekr to introduce the first thermal automatic emergency braking (AEB) system in the Zeekr 9X's G-Pilot H9. This advancement integrates thermal imaging as an active component in intelligent vehicles, enhancing decision-making and intervention capabilities. Traditional AEB systems utilize visible-light cameras and radar to determine obstacle distances, whereas thermal AEB systems include an infrared thermal camera that addresses the performance limitat...

At the 2025 Xpeng AI Day in Guangzhou, mainland China, Xpeng unveiled its VLA 2.0 large model, marking a major leap in its Physical AI road map. The VLA 2.0 adopts an innovative Vision-Implicit Token-Action (V-I-A) architecture that eliminates the traditional “language translation” step, enabling end-to-end generation from visual signals to driving actions. This new physical world model can self-evolve and understand real-world interactions, supporting cross-domain applications acr...

Google Maps introduced a live lane guidance feature, initially available in Polestar 4 vehicles in the US and Sweden. This new functionality utilizes the electric vehicle's front-facing camera to detect lane markings and road signs, then feeds this information into Google Maps' AI to provide real-time audio and visual cues to drivers about merging lanes. For example, drivers on a highway might glance at their dashboard display to determine the best lane for approaching exits, reducing the need f...

China Automotive Systems, Inc. (CAAS), a supplier of power steering components and systems in mainland China, announced new developments in automotive technology through its subsidiary, Jingzhou Henglong Automobile Parts Manufacturing Co. Ltd. Jingzhou Henglong has introduced an active rear-wheel steering system aimed at enhancing the driving experience. Previously reserved for luxury vehicles, this advanced steering technology is now being incorporated into upper mass-market vehicles, specifica...

General Motors (GM), during its GM Forward media event in New York, US, announced advancements in AI, robotics, energy and autonomy aimed at transforming vehicles into intelligent assistants. Chair and CEO Mary Barra highlighted key developments, including plans for eyes-off driving, which GM expects to bring to market in 2028 with the Cadillac Escalade IQ electric sport utility vehicle. The company has already mapped extensive hands-free roads and accumulated significant driverless experience t...

Geely’s new premium electric multipurpose vehicle, the LEVC L380, features an Infrared Night Vision System (NVS) developed by Raytron to improve visibility in low-light and nighttime conditions. The system uses a thermal imaging camera to help detect pedestrians and obstacles in darkness, fog, or glare, where conventional cameras may be less effective. It is part of the vehicle’s suite of 28 perception sensors, aimed at enhancing overall driving safety. According to the National Highway Traf...

Omnivision has announced the launch of its latest automotive image sensor, the OX08D20 8-megapixel complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) image sensor with TheiaCel technology. This new sensor is an upgrade to the previously popular OX08D10, designed for exterior cameras in advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous driving (AD). The device will make its debut at AutoSens Europe, held in Barcelona, Spain, from Oct. 7–9, where Omnivision is the lead sponsor. Paul Wu, director ...

TDK Corp. has introduced Trusted Positioning DRIVE software designed to enhance positioning accuracy in environments where satellite signal reception is limited or unavailable. The software combines global navigation satellite system (GNSS) data with inertial navigation system (INS) measurements to achieve centimeter to decimeter accuracy in advanced driver-assist systems, robotic platforms and off-road vehicles. The software processes data from GNSS receivers and inertial measurement units...

Nio has rolled out a new software update for its flagship ET9 sedan, enhancing the smart cockpit and assisted driving system. The update, known as Cedar 1.3.0, is the fifth iteration of Nio's intelligent system, succeeding the Banyan system. The ET9, launched in December 2024 with deliveries starting in March 2025, recently saw the release of its Horizon Edition, featuring exclusive design elements, unveiled by CEO William Li at an annual event on Sept. 20, 2025. This update, part of a mode...

Mercedes-Benz and Momenta have announced the upcoming launch of a new intelligent driver assistance system based on Momenta's Flywheel Big Model. This system is set to debut this fall on the locally produced electric CLA and will offer driver assistance across highways, urban roads and parking. The intention is to equip more Mercedes-Benz models with this technology in the future, as part of its intelligent driving strategy. Mercedes-Benz has been collaborating with Momenta since 2017 and aim...

Wayve has announced the development of its Gen 3 robot platform, which will utilize NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor, an advanced automotive-grade AI computer. This new platform represents the next step for Wayve's global development fleet, supporting the advancement of its AI Driver software into more secure, capable and scalable automated driving systems. The Gen 3 platform aims to progress self-driving technology to Level 3 and Level 4, necessitating a flexible and powerful computing capability to ma...

Volvo Cars has announced significant hardware and software upgrades to its EX90 model, including enhanced safety features and increased electrical capacity for the 2026 model year (MY) cars. The electric sport utility vehicle will benefit from an additional NVIDIA Drive AGX Orin processor, replacing the older NVIDIA Xavier chip, increasing its computational power to 500 trillion operations per second. This upgrade enables advanced safety capabilities through the car's lidar sensor, including ...

The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), affiliated with the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has launched Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates' first pilot program for autonomous delivery vehicles, according to a report published by Gulf News on Sept. 16. This project, undertaken in collaboration with K2 and EMX, the logistics arm of 7X, operates under the oversight of the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council (SASC). A significant milestone of this initiative is the issuance of the Emi...

Minieye has officially launched its unmanned logistics brand, Xiaozhu Unmanned Vehicle, in Shenzhen, mainland China, featuring a new lineup of driverless delivery vehicles. The first model, Xiaozhu T5, offers a cargo volume of 5.5 cubic meters, a payload of 1,000 kg, and a range of 180 km, designed for last-mile delivery tasks such as parcel distribution and supermarket deliveries. The Xiaozhu T8 model provides 8.5 cubic meters of cargo space, a 1,700-kg payload, and a range of up to 240 km...

RideFlux, an autonomous software startup, announced that it would launch an autonomous public transportation bus service at the Osiria Tourist Complex in Busan, South Korea. This marks the first occurrence of a fully open self-driving bus service in Busan that is accessible to ordinary citizens. The project will feature a total of four 9-meter electric buses, referred to as BIG AI, each accommodating up to 15 passengers. These buses will operate on a fixed route circulation similar to convention...

Forvia Hella has commenced the series production of its intelligent Power Distribution Module (iPDM), a pioneering product ensuring a reliable and fail-operational power supply for vehicles, for a premium vehicle manufacturer. The iPDM module is designed as a key component for highly automated driving systems and incorporates electronic fuses (eFuses) for the first time in the automotive industry. Forvia Hella, with extensive experience in manufacturing electronic control units, has introduced t...

Aeva Technologies Inc. recently launched a new high-performance 4D lidar sensor named Atlas Orion, designed for smart infrastructure and security applications. This sensor features a single-box design with Power over Ethernet, facilitating easier installation and reducing costs. It is capable of detecting vehicles up to 500 meters away and vulnerable road users such as pedestrians up to 200 meters, while offering a wide 120-degree field of view with high resolution for extensive intersection cov...