Harman has introduced a new display product aimed at bringing consumer-level visual experiences to automobiles. This new display product is making its debut in the Tata Harrier.ev and features Samsung's proprietary Neo QLED technology, exclusively optimized by Harman for use in vehicles. This launch is described as a significant milestone in the collaboration between Harman and Tata Motors, enhancing in-cabin display performance with superior brightness, vivid colors and striking contrast a...

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,...

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

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...

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:  ...

LG Display has announced the commencement of mass production for the world's first 40-inch pillar-to-pillar (P2P) automotive display. This P2P display spans the full width in front of both the driver and front passenger, promising a revolutionized driving experience with its capability to exhibit a wide array of information and controls for vehicle functions without the need for screen transitions. LG Display's introduction of this ultralarge display is part of its broader strategy to pivot towa...

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...

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...

Mercedes-Benz and Google Cloud have announced an expansion of their strategic partnership to enhance the conversational capabilities of the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) Virtual Assistant through the implementation of Google Cloud's new Automotive AI Agent solution. This solution, developed utilizing Gemini on Vertex AI, is specifically tailored for the automotive industry and leverages information from the Google Maps Platform to provide users with detailed and personalized responses reg...

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...

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...