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This software report details the growth and market trends for automotive cloud and edge computing. It also specifies the growing trend of new automotive use cases due to the advances in computing and connectivity. The study outlines the market's size, major participants in the cloud computing space, and OEMs' readiness for cloud-connected vehicles.

Software-defined vehicles (SDVs) use software to govern operations, incorporate new features, and facilitate the integration of novel functionalities. This concept marks an advancement in the automotive industry, laying the foundation for autonomous driving and vehicle connectivity technologies. The evolution of SDVs entails separating software and hardware development, like smartphones. OEMs are establishing “walled gardens” for applications. This shift encompasses continuous agile softw...

Our latest report on Adaptive driving beam headlamp and projection lighting offers a detailed analysis of these two key technologies in automotive lighting. The report uses S&P Global Mobility component forecasts for headlights, which are true as of Dec. 30, 2023.

The expected increase in global EV sales by the end of the decade will put huge pressure on the supply chain for critical battery raw materials such as cobalt, nickel and lithium. For example, despite a current surplus in lithium, demand projections for the mineral will likely be in deficit by 2027, according to a forecast by S&P Global Market Intelligence. That will create a bottleneck for automotive supply and drive the industry’s focus toward battery recycling to keep EV battery costs d...

Humanetics and Ansys have entered into a definitive agreement whereby Ansys will acquire a minority stake in Humanetics. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and is part of an existing partnership between the two companies, as read in a press release on Jan. 23. Humanetics is a leading provider of physical and digital human-safety systems and sensor technologies, including anthropomorphic test devices (ATDs) and innovative ergonomics software solutions. Ansys, a global private e...

In a press release on Jan. 22, Seeing Machines Ltd., a company that specializes in advanced computer vision technology, will showcase its interior-sensing technology at Automotive World 2024 in Tokyo. The company's immersive technology demonstrations will take place in a private suite located near the exhibition halls and in a demonstration vehicle, allowing visitors to experience its next-generation software and algorithm developments for its Fovio driver and occupant monitoring system (DMS/...

Vector has introduced high-availability embedded software for electronic control units (ECUs) that meets the highest safety requirements according to ISO 26262. The software ensures reliable operation, and is suitable for autonomous driving and x-by-wire systems, according to a press release on Jan. 23. The new software is available for Vector's MICROSAR Classic embedded software product. Vector's high-availability embedded software enables the development of safety-related systems ...

In a press release on Jan. 23, Infineon Technologies and Wolfspeed Inc. have expanded and extended their long-term agreement for the supply of 150-mm Silicon Carbide (SiC) wafers. Originally signed in 2018, the partnership now includes a multiyear capacity reservation agreement. This extension secures Infineon's supply chain stability, particularly in response to the growing demand for SiC semiconductor products in automotive and other applications. Jochen Hanebeck, CEO of Infineon Techn...

Japanese information technology company NTT Data will develop a system that uses AI to detect the cognitive ability of elderly drivers in an attempt to reduce the risk of accidents involving them in the rapidly aging country, according to a report by Nikkei Asia dated Jan. 23. The AI system will analyze driving speed, acceleration-deceleration and other driving data to inform drivers of a decline in cognitive functions of the brain, such as the ability to make snap judgments and pay...

ParkMobile, a leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions, has integrated its digital payment services into the A&E Garage, managed by the city of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. With over 50 million users, ParkMobile provides a consistent user experience for event attendees traveling from across the US. Visitors to Fort Lauderdale can now use ParkMobile's app and web page to pay for parking at the A&E Garage, which serves the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and other nearby at...

BorgWarner is showcasing its latest electrification products at the ongoing Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT) 2024, in Pune, India, the company announced Jan. 23. The SIAT is being organized at the Pune International Exhibition and Convention Center between Jan. 23–25, 2024. BorgWarner is showcasing its high-voltage drivetrain innovation including eMotors, inverters, drive modules and battery systems. Also on display are its advanced thermal-management products...

Iveco Group has selected BASF, a leading chemical company and one of the largest chemical suppliers for the automotive industry, as its first partner to provide a recycling solution for lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries used in electric vehicles, BASF announced Jan. 23. The decision is part of Iveco Group’s circular economy strategy, which follows the 4R Framework — Repair, Refurbish, Repurpose and Recycling — to increase the lifetime of the batteries while decreasing their overall environ...

Nexteer Automotive held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new manufacturing campus in Changshu, China, which will increase its production and testing capacity in the region. The campus will supplement steering system production from the company's nearby Suzhou Campus. It will also collaborate with Nexteer's Asia-Pacific Technical Center within the Suzhou Campus to support innovation and customer service in China, throughout the Asia-Pacific region and in global markets. The facility is expected ...

South Korean carmaker Hyundai Motor Co. and sister company Kia Corp. have unveiled the Active Air Skirt (AAS) technology that minimizes the aerodynamic resistance generated during high-speed driving, effectively improving the driving range and driving stability of electric vehicles, Hyundai said in a press note on Jan. 23. Hyundai said AAS is a technology that controls the flow of air entering through the lower part of the bumper and effectively controls the turbulence generated around t...

Electric vehicle charging platform Monta announced Jan. 23 that it has raised €80 million in its Series B funding round, bringing the company’s total funding to €130 million in just three years of its establishment. Founded in 2020, the startup has developed a comprehensive EV charging software suite, serving hardware manufacturers, operators, businesses and EV drivers with one integrated software solution. According to Monta, its EV charging platform has become the de facto hub for ...

Kia has expanded its Kia Connect Store, offering customers a range of digital features and services to enhance their vehicle's capabilities and performance. The store is available through the Kia Connect app and offers unique upgrades, features and services to over 1 million Kia customers in Europe, a company press release on Jan. 22 said. Customers can choose the features they want, with current offers including remote smart park assist, music streaming and over-the-air (OTA) updates. T...

This tracker presents a comprehensive aluminum component prediction model, encompassing over 75 individual components as built throughout the entire breakdown of sub-components and sub-systems in a vehicle.

Swedish battery-maker Northvolt has joined the Fair Cobalt Alliance, a multistakeholder nongovernmental organization (NGO), as part of an initiative to support its engagement with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the company announced Jan. 19. The DRC is the world’s primary source of the cobalt currently used in most batteries sold in the market globally. The Fair Cobalt Alliance represents stakeholders worldwide who aim to strengthen and professionalize the DRC’s artisanal and ...

Nima Energy plans to accelerate the rollout of its electric vehicle chargers in Sweden. In a press note on Jan. 22, the company said that it is currently setting up 150 ultrafast-charging points from Stockholm to Skåne, Sweden, including 50 charging points in central Stockholm. In December 2023, the company had opened three new charging sites with a total of 24 charging points in Skillingaryd, Sweden, along the E4; in Håby, Sweden, along the E6; and in Vä, Sweden, along the E22. Th...

Electric vehicle charging network provider Ionity has teamed up with Circle K, Ireland’s largest forecourt and convenience retailer, to expand the availability of high-power EV chargers across the Circle K network in Ireland, according to a news report published by Retail News on Jan. 18. As part of the arrangement, Ionity plans to increase the number of high-power charging stations at six Circle K sites across the country, the report said. It further said that at least two additional hi...

Posco International has secured an order to supply 1.03 million units of drive motor cores to the South Korean carmaker Hyundai Motor, according to a news report published by Business Korea on Jan. 19. The report mentioned that these motor cores will be used in the electric vehicles that Hyundai and Kia plan to produce locally in Europe from 2025 to 2034. The drive motor cores will be supplied through Hyundai Mobis’ factory in Slovakia, with 550,000 units allocated to Hyundai’s vehicle...

Stellantis NV has unveiled its STLA Large platform, designed and engineered for developing D- and E-segment electric vehicles for the global markets, the company announced Jan. 19. The carmaker said that full-size EVs developed on the STLA Large platform will be launched first in the North American markets under the Dodge and Jeep brands, followed by other brands including Alfa Romeo, Chrysler and Maserati. There will be eight vehicles launched from 2024–2026, Stellantis said in its pres...

Stardust Power Inc., a development stage manufacturer of battery-grade lithium products, plans to set up a battery-grade lithium refinery in Oklahoma, US, the company announced Jan. 11. It said that it has selected Southside Industrial Park in Muskogee, Okla., to build its proposed lithium refinery with the aim of contributing to building the battery supply chains in the US. The company said that it expects to be eligible to receive up to $257 million in state and federal economic incentives ...

US automaker Ford has unveiled its new digital experience software suite, called Ford and Lincoln Digital Experience, which will be available on the recently launched Nautilus and soon on other vehicles. The automaker developed this in-house operating system to improve integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and to offer high-speed and highly customizable software, CBTNews reported Jan. 22. The system features a windshield-wide dashboard screen with no touch-sensitive controls but in...

Faraday Future, a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company, has completed nearly 1,600 over-the-air (OTA) upgrades and product enhancements for its FF 91 2.0 since deliveries began in 2023. The upgrades include 752 new additions and 846 improvements, showcasing a breakthrough in user experience and technology. One of the major highlights is the industry's first in-vehicle sporting events recommendation aggregation product, which integrates live broadcasts...

Google has announced that it is bringing AI to Android Auto to reduce the amount of time drivers spend looking at screens. The new functionality is expected to be rolled out later in 2024, with Google’s announcement placing particular emphasis on reducing distractions for drivers, an Autocar UK report said Jan. 22. The main additions will be the ability to summarize long messages or chats (so that drivers can listen to a shorter version on the move) and then suggest responses for them....

An urgent recall has been issued for Tesla cars manufactured and sold between 2022 and 2023 due to a software malfunction in 4,382 vehicles, according to a report by SkyNews Australia on Jan. 21. All variants of the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y ranges are reported to be affected by a software issue that is experienced while operating the cars in colder temperatures. According to the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts (DITRCA), the defect ca...

In a strategic move to expand its presence in the automotive sector, Huawei Technologies has entered into a partnership with China's state-owned Dongfeng Motor Group, focusing on the development of new-energy vehicles (NEVs). The collaboration involves Dongfeng's Voyah brand of NEVs incorporating components and advanced technology from Huawei, particularly leveraging the latter's expertise in autonomous driving systems, according to a report published by Nikkei Asia on Jan. 23. NEVs encompass...

Novosense Microelectronics recently announced that it has officially joined the Automotive Electronics Council (AEC) as a member of the AEC Component Technical Committee, as read in a press release on Jan. 19. The AEC was originally founded in the 1990s by Chrysler, Ford and General Motors for establishing a universal qualification and quality standard system for vehicles and their components. For example, the AEC-Q100 standard it developed has now become the industry's authoritative automoti...

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters (Teamsters), a labor union in the US and Canada, applauded the introduction of two bills in California, US, that are part of the California Automotive Regulatory Standards (CARS) Package, a series of legislative measures that state lawmakers are prioritizing to regulate autonomous vehicles, according to a press release on Jan. 16.  An assembly bill to be introduced at a later date will require a trained human operator behind the wheel ...

In a press release on Jan. 22, Infineon Technologies and GlobalFoundries (GF) announced a new multiyear agreement on the supply of Infineon’s Aurix TC3x 40-nanometer automotive microcontrollers, as well as power management and connectivity solutions. The additional capacity will contribute to secure Infineon’s business growth from 2024 through 2030. Infineon and GF have been partnering since 2013 in the development of differentiated automotive, industrial and security semiconductor techno...

HiRain Technologies, a provider of intelligent driving solutions to Chinese original equipment manufacturers, has confirmed that it will mass-produce Mobileye’s EyeQ6 Lite-based advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Following production, the solution is expected to debut in the China auto market during the second quarter of 2024, based on a press release on Jan. 22. Representing the latest product in Mobileye’s system-on-chip (SoC) portfolio, the EyeQ6 aims to bring enhanced per...

Accelera, a zero-emissions business segment of Cummins Inc., Daimler Trucks & Buses US Holding LLC (Daimler Truck) and Paccar plan to set up a 21-GWh battery-manufacturing plant in Marshall County, Miss., under their planned joint venture, Daimler Truck said Jan. 18. The planned JV company will localize battery-cell production for commercial electric vehicles and is expected to create more than 2,000 US manufacturing jobs, with the option for further expansion as demand grows, it said. ...

South Korean carmaker Hyundai Motor has signed a deal with China’s Ganfeng Lithium Group to secure the supplies of lithium hydroxide, a key raw material required for electric vehicle batteries, for four years starting Jan. 1, 2024, according to a news report published by The Korea Economic Daily on Jan. 19. The report, however, did not disclose more details about the arrangement between the two companies, including the financial terms and total supply volume. The Hyundai-Ganfeng deal new...

BYD is contemplating the introduction of its Yangwang U8 and the smaller Fang Cheng Bao 5 sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in Europe, challenging established models such as the Mercedes G-Class, Land Rover Defender and Ford Bronco, according to a report published by Automotive News Europe on Jan. 19.   During a recent press presentation in Shenzhen, China, BYD executives revealed plans to export the Yangwang U8 and Fang Cheng Bao 5 to Europe, as reported by Automotive News Eu...

Sumitomo Rubber Industries has invested in Viaduct, a US-based AI-powered connected vehicle analytics company, to develop total fleet management solutions, according to a press release on Jan. 10. The partnership aims to enhance on-the-road safety, increase vehicle availability and reduce maintenance costs through the combination of Viaduct's AI-based vehicle health solution and Sumitomo Rubber's proprietary sensorless sensing technology. The joint proof-of-concept has already started, and...

BYD recently hosted the 2024 BYD Dream Day at its global headquarters in Shenzhen, China, where it unveiled its strategy of Integrated Vehicle Intelligence and launched the Xuanji Architecture, according to a press release on Jan. 17. This new approach to vehicle intelligence combines electrification and intelligence, enabling the vehicle to perceive changes in its internal and external environment in real time, and make decisions rapidly. At the event, BYD also introduced the Xuanji AI Large...

European battery-technology company CustomCells has opened its headquarters in Itzehoe, Germany, the company announced Jan. 18. The facility was inaugurated by CustomCells CEO Dirk Abendroth in the presence of senior company executives and other delegates. It can be recalled that the groundbreaking ceremony of this facility was organized in November 2022. The battery company plans to conduct research and development (R&D) activities to develop tailor-made battery cells for its customer...

In an attempt to make the electric vehicle charging infrastructure more reliable, the US government plans to award $150 million in new grants to repair or replace nearly 4,500 existing EV charging ports across 20 states, the US Transportation Department (US DOT) announced Jan. 18. The said grant will be awarded to 24 grant recipients spread across 20 states in the US, it said, adding that these targeted investments will complement the tens of billions in federal and private-sector funding tha...

UK-based vehicle manufacturer Vauxhall has partnered with Ryze Hydrogen, a UK-based company specializing in hydrogen distribution infrastructure, to develop hydrogen charging solutions for corporate customers, parent company Stellantis announced Jan. 18. Vauxhall's new Vivaro Hydrogen is slated to begin fleet evaluation trials in the UK in 2024, followed by the availability of the hydrogen version of the Movano, the carmaker’s largest light commercial vehicle (LCV), in 2025. The carmaker...

ChargePoint, a leading provider of electric vehicle charging solutions, has achieved Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) approval from the US federal government, the company said Jan. 19. This approval makes ChargePoint one of the first providers of EV charging solutions to meet all FedRAMP requirements. The charge point operator’s (CPO) cloud software products have been certified as meeting best-in-class data security, dedicated cloud hosting for federal customers, ...

Valeo, a France-based automotive supplier, will slash about 1,150 white-collar jobs worldwide, as it amalgamates its hybrid and electric vehicle units, the firm's trade unions said, Autocar Professional reported Jan. 19, quoting news agency AFP. The report further stated that the plan, which was presented to trade unions, had measures to support the people who would be laid off.  "We want to reinforce our competitiveness by having a more agile, coherent and complete organisation," s...

In a major business order, MapmyIndia said it has obtained a major automotive original equipment manufacturer business contract from Hyundai Autoever Corp. for licensing of CE Info (MapmyIndia) map and connected services contents to Hyundai Motor India and Kia India for the Indian market. The business, valued at about 4 billion rupees (about $50 million), is for the next five years starting from 2024. It covers map and connected services contents including real-time and predictive traffic, mo...

General Motors (GM) has issued a recall of around 66 electric delivery vans made by its BrightDrop subsidiary owing to a manufacturing defect that could cause fires. The defect, which involves a leak of oil from the drive pinion into the drive unit casing, was discovered in at least two vans after they were built between Nov. 24, 2021, and May 24, 2022, TechCrunch reported on Jan. 17. According to the report, the automaker believes the defect may have been limited to its larger EV60...

Kongsberg Automotive (KA) has secured contract extensions worth €147 million in estimated lifetime revenue from a leading global manufacturer of commercial vehicles. The contracts, which start in 2024, are for KA's Vehicle Dynamics portfolio, which includes V-stay (rear-axle suspension) and rear-axle anti-roll bar. The V-stay contract is worth €76 million in estimated lifetime revenue and will be produced and delivered by KA's Koluszki plant in Poland. The rear-axle anti-roll bar contract...

Chijet Motor Co. Inc. has entered into a strategic cooperation framework agreement with Changsha Automobile Innovation Research Institute and Zhiche Xinan (Suzhou) Information Security Technology Co. Ltd. to enhance automotive cybersecurity capabilities. The agreement, signed on Nov. 27, 2023, aims to develop a range of services including data security, system certification, compliance services, security testing and vehicle security operations centers, according to a Globe Newswire&nbs...

iCatch Technology, a leading AI image-processing integrated circuit design company, announced a collaboration with Valens Semiconductor on an AI-enhanced, multichannel surround-view monitoring system based on Valens Semiconductor's MIPI A-PHY high-speed and long-range sensor connectivity technology, according to a press release on Jan. 19. The live demonstration of this system will be featured at Automotive World Tokyo 2024. The multichannel surround-view monitoring system is designed to...

Software-defined vehicles (SDVs) use software to govern operations, incorporate new features, and facilitate the integration of novel functionalities. This concept marks an advancement in the automotive industry, laying the foundation for autonomous driving and vehicle connectivity technologies. The evolution of SDVs entails separating software and hardware development, like smartphones. OEMs are establishing “walled gardens” for applications. This shift encompasses continuous agile softw...

In a press release on Jan. 18, Arbe Robotics has announced that its tier 1 partner, Sensrad AB, has received significant customer orders for radar systems utilizing Arbe's chipset technology. The orders from global companies recognize the transformative impact of Arbe's radar chipset technology, which is integrated into Sensrad's Hugin Imaging Radar systems. Sensrad has reported that its Hugin 4D Imaging Radar, leveraging Arbe's high-resolution radar chipset and Gapwaves' proprietary waveguid...

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. and Gatik have expanded their collaboration to integrate tire intelligence technology into Gatik's autonomous driving system, as read in a press release on Jan. 9. This integration uses real-time data from Goodyear SightLine technology to enhance the safety, accuracy and efficiency of Gatik's autonomous fleet. The companies have conducted extensive on-road testing in various driving scenarios, demonstrating the effectiveness of this technology in improving corne...

A little over 15 months after the US President Joe Biden signed the US Inflation Reduction Act (US IRA) into law, the government has released guidance on the foreign entity of concern (FEOC), further raising the eligibility criteria for electric vehicles to qualify for a total tax credit of $7,500. On Dec. 1, 2023, the US Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published guidance on compliance with the prohibitions around FEOC in relation to the IRA’s Section 30D Clean Ve...

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Although the tailpipe emissions from electric vehicles (EVs) are nonexistent, there are still emissions associated with the manufacturing of EVs. A lion's share of these cradle-to-grave emissions accrues from the lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery-related supply chain and production.

Svolt Energy Technology will supply its innovative lithium-ion phosphate battery to Citroën for the French carmaker’s affordable small electric car — the ë-C3, the battery-maker said in a press note on Jan. 18. Citroën’s ë-C3, which is slated for commercial launch in the spring of 2024, will be powered by Svolt’s 44-kWh lithium-ion phosphate battery. According to Svolt, its lithium-ion phosphate offers greater thermal and chemical stability, and can withstand more charging cy...

Israel-based fast-charging battery technology company StoreDot has unveiled a breakthrough concept for taking its extreme fast-charging (XFC) capability from the cell to the vehicle level with its new I-Beam XFC concept, the company announced Jan. 17. The company said that its all-new I-Beam XFC concept is an innovative cell-to-pack (CTP) design that will accelerate the integration of XFC technology into electric vehicles. At the core of I-Beam XFC sits StoreDot's proprietary 100...

OneD Battery Sciences, a leading battery-technology company with a focus on silicon anode materials, has forged a strategic partnership with Koch Modular Process Systems LLC, a leading company known for process engineering design and modular construction, to execute large-scale production of silicon-graphite anode materials for electric vehicle batteries, the company announced Jan. 17. In its press note, OneD Battery said that it would be leverage Koch Modular’s proven silane gas manufactur...

Swedish battery-maker Northvolt announced Jan. 16 that it has signed a $5 billion non-recourse project financing to enable the expansion of its gigafactory (Northvolt Ett) located in northern Sweden. The company said that the deal is the largest green loan raised in Europe so far. Disclosing more details, Northvolt said that in addition to the expansion of its cathode production and cell manufacturing, the finance package will enable the expansion of the adjacent recycling plant, Revolt Et...

UK-based on-street electric vehicle charging company Trojan Energy has secured a significant £26 million investment, comprising £8 million from BGF alongside an £18 million follow-on investment by the Scottish National Investment Bank, the company announced Jan. 16. The newly raised funds would be deployed to facilitate Trojan’s ambitious growth plans, it said. Launched in 2016, Trojan Energy’s patented charging technology provides convenient on-street EV charging, supporting t...

The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has now opened an investigation into Chrysler’s recall of nearly 17,000 Pacifica Hybrid minivans after receiving additional fire reports, The Drive reported Jan. 18. The initial recall took place in February 2022 owing to reports of fires. The recall was to address “ignition 'OFF' fires that originate at the high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly.” The NHTSA is examining the effectiveness of the original recall and whether t...

Ford has issued a recall for certain model years of the EcoSport crossover and Focus models owing to a faulty oil pump that can cause the engine to stall, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said Jan. 15, as reported by Fox59. The issue increases the risk of a crash. The problem affects 139,730 vehicles, including the model year 2016–2018 Ford Focus and model year 2018–2022 Ford EcoSport. The affected vehicles are equipped with a turbocharged 1.0-liter, 3-cylinde...

At the recently concluded Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024, the Amazon Experience Area featured Autel Energy’s MaxiCharger AC Elite Home. According to a press release dated Jan. 18, the Autel Energy’s MaxiCharger AC Elite Home offers seamless integration and intelligent charging solutions, setting a new standard in smart home technology. Autel Energy also introduced the MaxiCharger AC Lite 10KW, which is available on Amazon. The product is easy to assemble and is made up of environmental...

AMS Osram has introduced a new series of sidelooker, low-power LEDs for automotive rear-signaling applications, it said in a press release dated Jan. 18. The Synios P1515 LEDs offer a 360° radiation, allowing for a distinctive side-emission pattern. This technology enables automotive manufacturers to create homogeneous rear lamps with either fewer LEDs or a thinner optical assembly, while maintaining high brightness. The Synios P1515 LEDs are designed to replace toplooker LEDs. By using side...

LG Innotek has invested in AOE Optronics to expand its market for optical components used in autonomous vehicle cameras and extended reality (XR) devices, The Korea Times reported Jan. 18. The investment in the Taiwanese company aims to secure a stable supply of lenses, a key component of camera modules, and optimize product design and manufacturing processes to improve quality and price competitiveness. Through this partnership, LG Innotek plans to expand its camera module portfolio into veh...

Indian electric vehicle charger manufacturer Exicom has signed a distribution agreement with Innopower Co. Ltd., a Thailand-based energy innovations company, Exicom announced Jan. 18. Under the agreement, Innopower will distribute Exicom’s AC/DC chargers in Thailand. This strategic move enhances Exicom's foothold in the Southeast Asian market through the establishment of a local sales and distribution network, the EV charging equipment manufacturing company said. Moreover, Exicom’s ent...

In a press release announcement on Jan. 18, Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp. have restructured their Research and Development Division to enhance their future mobility capabilities. Heui Won Yang has been promoted to president and head of the newly reorganized R&D Division, bringing expertise in vehicle development and comprehensive skills in platform engineering, design and project management. Under Yang's leadership, the new R&D Division will work closely with the newly created ...

DSPACE, a provider of simulation and validation solutions for the automotive and commercial vehicle industries, has established a new sales company in Sweden, dSPACE Nordic AB. The company, which is based in Stockholm and has another branch in Gothenburg, Sweden, will directly represent dSPACE in the Swedish market, effective immediately, according to a press release on Jan. 18. The move is aimed at providing better support to dSPACE's growing customer base in Sweden, which includes numerous ...

Microchip Technology has launched the MCP998x family of 10 automotive-qualified remote temperature sensors. The device family includes five sensors with shutdown temperature setpoints that are designed not to be overwritten by software or maliciously disabled, based on a press release on Jan. 18. With up to five channels of monitoring, and several alert and shutdown options for security, this product family can support systems that supervise more than one thermal element. The r...

In a press release on Jan. 18, Melexis, a Belgian company, has launched the MLX90830, its first product to feature a new patented technology called Triphibian. This miniaturized microelectromechanical system (MEMS) pressure sensor can handle gas and liquid media measurements from 2 to 70 bar. The factory-calibrated device measures absolute pressure and delivers a proportional analog output signal. The MLX90830 simplifies system integration into electric vehicles' thermal management systems, m...

In a press release announcement on Jan. 18, STMicroelectronics (ST), a global semiconductor leader, has announced that its third-generation Silicon Carbide (SiC) metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET) technology will be used in e-compressor controllers from Zinsight Technology, a Chinese high-tech company focusing on SiC power modules and advanced electric power conversion systems, for new-energy vehicles (NEVs). The advanced controllers offer several benefits, including an e...

Figure, a California, US-based company developing autonomous humanoid robots, said it has signed a commercial agreement with BMW Manufacturing Co. LLC to deploy general-purpose robots in automotive manufacturing environments. The company’s humanoid robots enable the automation of difficult, unsafe or tedious tasks throughout the manufacturing process, which in turn allows employees to focus on skills and processes that cannot be automated, as well as continuous improvement in production eff...

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. announced that Mark Stewart has been elected CEO and president, effective Jan. 29. He will succeed Richard J. Kramer, who previously announced his planned retirement from the company following 24 years of service, including 14 years as chairman, CEO and president.  On the effective date, Laurette T. Koellner, independent lead director of Goodyear’s board since 2019, will become non-executive board chair, and Stewart will be added to the Goodyear ...

Global driver system leader GKN Automotive said on Jan. 18 that its near and long-term carbon-emissions reduction targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has also validated its ambition to be net-zero across its value chain by 2045. The company commits to reducing the direct greenhouse gas emissions from the operation of its more than 50 global sites (Scope 1) and the electricity it sources (Scope 2) by 45%, by 2030, from a base year of 2021. It a...

Tech leader of electrification and automation ABB announced on Jan. 18 that it has agreed to acquire a majority of software service provider Meshmind to expand its research and development capabilities in AI, industrial internet of things and machine vision. Through this acquisition, ABB will integrate engineering talent, AI and software knowledge to form a new global R&D hub to further accelerate the development of innovative automation solutions within its Machine Automation divi...

Antolin opened its first factory in India specializing in lighting, human-machine interface (HMI) systems and electronics, thus improving its industrial and technological capabilities in one of the largest automotive markets in the world. The new plant is located in the western state of Maharashtra’s industrial town of Chakan, on the outskirts of Pune City, India, which houses several top automotive manufacturers. Owning cutting-edge processes and technologies, Antolin will produce adv...

Leading global automotive supplier Bosch, in a massive cut in cost and rationalization of overall operations, seeks to cut 1,200 jobs in its Software Development division by the end of 2026, a company spokesperson said on Jan. 18, confirming a report in Handelsblatt daily, according to a Reuters report dated Jan. 18. The spokesperson said talks with employee representatives had yet to start, referring to the proposed job cuts as planned but not yet finalized. The main reason given for th...

Vector has announced that its VN5650 and VN5240 Automotive Ethernet interfaces supports the IEEE standards for Automotive Ethernet 2.5GBASE-T1, 5GBASE-T1 and 10GBASE-T1, in a press release dated Jan. 16. Users can configure the Vector Ethernet interfaces to MultiGBASE-T1. The new physical layer module for MultiGBASE-T1 completes the support of all relevant Automotive Ethernet physical layer standards from 10BASE-T1S to 100BASE-T1 and 1000BASE-T1. The modular design of the Vector interfaces of...

LeapCharger has announced the licensing of a patent for an encrypted messaging platform to be integrated into its application, in a press release dated Jan. 17. The platform will use Xotic Technology to ensure security for customers and vendors. Xotic Technology provides a level of security that surpasses current encryption standards. The integration of Xotic Technology into LeapCharger’s messaging platform offers several benefits, including real-time security, top encryption standards, qua...

Hesai Technology announced that a global automaker has selected the company to supply its ultrahigh-resolution, long-range lidar, the AT128, according to a press release dated Jan. 5. The lidar will be integrated in an upcoming all-electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) as part of a Level 2+ advanced driver assistance system (ADAS). With this latest design win, Hesai's products are now integrated into over 50 ADAS series production electric vehicle models. These models are produced by 15 majo...

General Motors is moving to halt the Ultra Cruise technology, according to a report published by CNBC on Jan. 15. The turmoil at Cruise also calls into question GM’s plans to offer personal autonomous vehicles by as early as mid-decade, as well as the company’s next-generation driver assistance system. However, a report from GM Authority suggests that the company is moving over resources from Ultra Cruise technology development to further development of the automaker’s&nb...

Volkswagen's passenger-cars brand spokesperson stated that they do not anticipate "significant" disruptions to production as a result of the Red Sea attacks, according to a report published by Reuters on Jan. 12. This comes in response to Tesla's announcement that production at its German site would experience substantial halts. The spokesperson mentioned that Volkswagen is actively coordinating with shipping companies and closely monitoring the situation to evaluate its impact on produc...

TuSimple has announced its decision to voluntarily delist the company's common stock from the Nasdaq and to terminate the registration of its common stock with the SEC, according to a press release on Jan. 17. The decision to delist and deregister was made by a special committee of the board of directors of the company, comprised solely of independent directors.  The company intends to file a Form 25 with the SEC to remove its common stock from listing on the Nasdaq and to deregister its...

BYD has unveiled its latest intelligent vehicle base, the Xuanji architecture, which debuted at the 2024 Dream Day event on Jan. 16. The architecture is organized into three tiers, catering to different brands and models, according to a report published by Pandaily on Jan. 12. The Yangwang brand models will boast the top tier of the Xuanji architecture, featuring advanced lidar technology and Nvidia's latest computing chips. These cutting-edge features are geared toward providing su...

Vay, a Berlin-based startup specializing in remote teledriving technologies, has launched its first commercially available mobility service in Las Vegas. Enabled by remote driving, the per-minute rental service leverages autonomous driving technologies to remotely deliver the vehicle to the user and return it once their journey is complete, according to a press release on Jan. 17. Following an early access launch, Vay is launching the service for operations around the University of Nevad...

In a press release on Jan. 17, Rheinmetall announced receiving a new order for engine components from a well-known, globally operating vehicle-maker. The parts ordered are rocker arm bushings for use in different engine variants in the heavy-transport segment. The order is worth a figure in the lower-two-digit million-euro range. Rheinmetall serves the customer as a tier 1 supplier. Through to 2030, the customer will take delivery of several million components annually. This order builds on t...

US federal safety regulators have opened an investigation into Fisker’s first electric vehicle over braking problems. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA's) Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) issued a notice that it is probing Fisker’s Ocean sport utility vehicle (SUV) for loss of braking performance. The agency is focusing on nine complaints about the issue thus far, including one incident involving a crash and an unspecified injury, Tech Crunch&nbs...

Daihatsu Motor said it is considering a recall of two minivehicles found with a door defect, potentially affecting about 320,000 units. The announcement comes a day after Japan's Transportation Ministry instructed Daihatsu to consider recalling the Cast model sold under the Daihatsu brand and the Pixis Joy sold under the marque of its parent, Toyota Motor, in the wake of a revelation that the company had rigged safety tests for most of its models, Nikkei Asia reported Jan. 17. Daihatsu s...

German auto supplier ZF Friedrichshafen is preparing to sell its airbag operation to a buyer or spin off the business in an IPO, but will not do so below value. The company's works council boss Achim Dietrich told a press conference that an IPO was being prepared as the company was not finding many interested direct buyers for the Airbag division, Reuters reported on Jan. 18, quoting the company. ZF has been looking for a buyer for the airbag unit, which employs about 35,000 people, since 202...

Automaker Stellantis NV announced that 539 supplemental employees across its US manufacturing footprint are being "permanently separated" from the company following an evaluation of operations. The company notified the affected workers on Jan. 12, who are part of a class of lower-paid employees known as temporary workers. The workforce reduction was effective immediately. Stellantis said the job cuts are not layoffs, and workers will not be eligible for supplemental unemployment benefits...

French tiremaker Michelin is planning to stop production at four factories in Spain again on the weekend of Jan. 20–21 due to delays in the delivery of raw materials caused by the crisis in the Red Sea, quoting the company’s Spanish subsidiary, according to a Reuters report on Jan. 16. Attacks on international shipping at the Red Sea have disrupted one of the world's most important routes. A dozen shipping lines have opted to divert ships that previously used this route via southern Afric...

SK Innovation Co., Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the production and sale of petroleum products, lubricants, and base oil in South Korea and internationally. It is also involved in the manufacture and sale of chemical products and lithium batteries; operation of gas station and sports club; sale of asphalt; information and communication, and transportation business; and investment activities. In addition, it offers insurance, management advisory, and business support services; ...

Over the course of 2023, the automotive lighting industry saw many exciting innovations on both the exterior and interior of the vehicle. The growth of autonomous driving, the emphasis on safety systems, as well as the push for the use of sustainable materials and processes led to companies announcing various new projects in 2023. Sustainability In January 2023, Hella unveiled the Nalyses research project to develop climate-friendly automotive headlamps. The German government funded three-...

Israel-based fast-charging battery technology company StoreDot plans to focus its immediate research and development (R&D) efforts on developing advanced B-sample prismatic cells, through joint development programs with several global car manufacturers, the company said Jan. 11. The plan is part of StoreDot’s strategy for 2024, which also entails continued commercialization of its extreme fast charging (XFC) battery cells by pursuing mass production as well as executing joint developmen...

Chinese battery-maker Eve Energy plans to set up a joint venture company in Turkey to produce batteries as part of its strategy to expand its international presence, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on Jan. 16. The report mentioned that Eve Energy's subsidiary, Hubei Eve Power Co. Ltd., has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Turkey's Aksa Jeneratör Sanayi A.Ş on Jan. 12 to set up a JV company in Turkey. The report cited an official statement submitted by...

Amprius Technologies Inc. has developed an all-new SiCore product platform, expanding its product portfolio of industry-leading silicon anode batteries for electric vehicles, the company announced Jan. 16. According to the company, the new SiCore batteries are going to be based on an innovative, proprietary silicon anode material system aimed at delivering high energy density silicon anode batteries that surpass state-of-the-art graphite cell performance today. The new silicon anode c...

Further expanding its collaboration with General Motors, electric vehicle charge point operator (CPO) EV Connect announced the availability of Plug and Charge on its network through GM vehicle brand apps, the company said Jan. 16. GM drivers can now simply plug in and charge their vehicles on the EV Connect network without swiping a payment card or scanning an RFID tag at nearly 200 compatible DC fast chargers nationwide, the company said, adding that it plans to add more Plug and Charge capa...

Geely-owned British performance carmaker Lotus Cars has forged two new pan-European electric vehicle charging partnerships — with Bosch and Renault-backed Mobilize — to support the rapidly growing number of customers taking delivery of its electric cars, the company announced Jan. 16. Lotus said that the owners of its electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) Eletre will be able to tap into Bosch’s and Mobilize Power Solutions’ charging capabilities, enabling them to charge their hype...

US-based battery company Enpower Greentech has developed and shipped A-sample battery pack(s) to a class-1 commercial electric vehicle customer, the company announced Jan. 17. The module utilized Enpower Greentech's energy-dense, semisolid-state "Swift" batteries, which contain less liquid electrolyte, making it a safer and lighter chemistry choice for electric mobility when compared to other current generation lithium-ion batteries. The company said that its 72-kWh Swift EV pack was deliv...

Lucid Group is set to recall more than 2,000 Air luxury-electric sedans, Reuters reported Jan. 13.  The recall is due to a potentially faulty component that could pose a safety risk due to obstructed driver vision. The recalled units, which include Lucid Air sedans from model years 2022 and 2023, may have faulty high-voltage coolant heaters (HVCH), responsible for supplying warm air to heat the cabin and defrosting. “Lack of defrost capability poses a safety risk due to a possibilit...

Mazda Motor Corp. has announced an agreement with Tesla Inc. to adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS), it said in a press release dated Jan. 17. The Japanese automaker’s battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) launched in North America from 2025 onward will be able to use NACS chargers. The adoption of NACS will offer customers a broader range of charging options. The addition will provide Mazda BEV customers with charging convenience through access to more than 15,000 Tesla Super...

Cerence has announced that Škoda will integrate its automotive-grade ChatGPT as a standard feature for many customers from mid-2024, in a press release dated Jan. 16. The integration will provide a seamless and intelligent companion for drivers, enabling them to engage in general knowledge chit-chat hands-free for improved driving safety. Cerence Chat Pro uses the company’s large language model to handle over 10,000 open-ended questions and answers, allowing automakers to customize the in-...

Lapis Technology, an ROHM group company, has developed the industry’s first speech synthesis integrated circuits (ICs) designed for Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Systems (AVAS) in electric vehicles, according to a press statement on Jan. 17. The ML22120TB and ML22120GP integrate hardware functions such as a warning sound generator, fader and equalizer, eliminating the need for software validation and significantly reducing development time. The system can also be contro...

Cambodian and Chinese officials have signed a memorandum of understanding under which they plan on investing $1 billion in joint rubber and tire projects, Khmer Times reported Jan. 16, citing a report from the European Rubber Journal. The parties aim to “jointly strengthen a number of priority projects,” the Cambodia Development Council said of the agreement. China’s National Centre for Research on Rubber & Tire Engineering Technology (NERCRAT) added that the state investment agency...

Exeed, Chery Auto's luxury brand, announced that it will be the first automaker in China to launch a Cloud-Enhanced Driver-Assist system, joining with Mobileye and WBTL advanced driver assistance systems to debut the technology on the Exeed VX, according to a press release on Jan. 15. The Exeed VX with the Cloud-Enhanced Driver-Assist system can leverage continuous updates to enable vehicles to adapt to various driving situations. This system is particularly effective in challenging...