On December 18, MUTUALISM, an open automotive AI cockpit initiative led by iNAGO Corporation, selected Ottawa Infotainment, US, as its preferred hardware partner. The collaboration will be presented at COVESA’s reception during CES 2026.
MUTUALISM brings together multiple partners to build an open and standardized pl

On December 22, 2025, Kinetic Watts & Volts Ltd. (KWV), the electric mobility subsidiary of Kinetic Engineering Ltd., announced a technology partnership with Jio Things Limited to integrate voice-assisted controls, IoT-based digital clusters and connected vehicle technologies into all upcoming Kinetic EV two-wheeler

On December 18, aiMotive announced that it will introduce a next-generation High-Performing Computing (HPC) Lite platform at CES 2026 in collaboration with LG. It integrates LG’s In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) system and ADAS in a single controller. 
aiMotive and LG have been working together on the new HPC platform s

On December 16, FIH, a subsidiary of Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), announced that it will present the latest high-performance computing (HPC) platform, in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems, ADAS, and telematics control units (TCUs) at CES 2026.
To demonstrate the centralized computing power and system integrat

On December 10, Nokia signed a royalty bearing patent license agreement with Stellantis covering the use of its Wireless LAN technologies in Stellantis’ vehicles. This follows a recent agreement with Mercedes-Benz, also covering the use of WLAN technologies in their vehicles.
Nokia’s substantial portfolio of patents

On December 10, it was reported that GMC began commercialization of the new Canyon AT4X 2026 in Mexico, introducing the AT4X sub-brand to the local market.
The GMC Canyon AT4X 2026 off-road pickup truck is powered by a 2.7-liter TurboMax engine delivering 310 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed aut

On December 15, Nissan and INFINITI announced they are elevating audio customization to a new level as the first automakers in the U.S. to offer a personalized audio profile based on a test of each customer's unique hearing. The Personalized Sound app debuted on the Google Play store on December 15, and is available

On December 12, Pioneer Corporation announced it is developing an AI agent with Microsoft Foundry for next-level in-vehicle infotainment (IVI). While Pioneer has collaborated with Microsoft since 2023, in this latest collaboration, Pioneer uses Microsoft Foundry to enhance the user experience (UX) of its products and

On December 15, 2025, JSW MG Motor India launched the facelifted MG Hector midsize SUV with prices starting at INR 1.199 million and going up to INR 1.949 million for the top-tier variant. The model continues with a 1.5‑litre turbocharged gasoline engine (MT and CVT) producing 143 PS and 250 Nm and is offered in both

On December 11, LG Electronics announced it will unveil its new AI Cabin Platform at CES 2026, January 6-9 in Las Vegas. Designed to run on automotive high-performance computing (HPC) systems, this innovative in-vehicle solution leverages generative artificial intelligence (AI) and is powered by Qualcomm Technologies

On December 11, 2025, multiple sources reported that MG Pakistan has unveiled the MG Binguo EV compact all‑electric hatchback for PKR 5,999 thousand. The Binguo EV is a locally branded version of the Wuling Binguo from SAIC Motor’s portfolio. It is powered by a 31.9 kWh lithium ferro‑phosphate battery mated to an ele

Hyundai Mobis Ltd. (Hyundai Mobis) has established a specialized software research and development (R&D) center in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. The company plans to operate this location alongside its existing integrated R&D center, which it established in Hyderabad, Telangana State, in early 2025, to pursue a dual R

LG Electronics Inc. co-hosted the Eclipse SDV Community Meetup with the Eclipse Foundation, an international non-profit organization that drives open-source software ecosystem development. The event was attended by approximately 140 people, including those involved in key companies in the software-defined vehicles (S

On December 8, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the all-new GLB electric SUV. GLB 250+ with EQ Technology and GLB 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology will go on sale in spring 2026. A few months after its market launch, the all-new GLB will also be available as an attractive entry-level electric model and as a high-tech hybrid with

On December 5, Tesla announced it has launched the more affordable Standard version of the Model 3 in Europe to expand its lineup of offerings in a region where its sales have been lagging.
Deliveries for the Model 3 Standard are expected to begin in the first quarter of 2026. Tesla previously opened orders for the M

On December 2, following the reveal of the all-new 2026 CX-5, Mazda North American Operations released a new video featuring Matthew Valbuena, manager of in-vehicle technology and human-machine interfaces, previewing the vehicle's new infotainment and in-car technology, featuring voice commands, and connectivity feat

On November 25, P3 digital services, a technology leader in In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI), announced its biggest-ever show booth at CES 2026, where it will unveil the latest Android Automotive-powered developments that redefine what is possible with in-vehicle infotainment.  
P3’s booth will provide a first-hand expe

On November 25, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. launched the new Tata Sierra, a mid-size SUV, with a starting price of INR 1.149 million. The 2025 Sierra is based on the A.R.G.O.S. platform (All-Terrain Ready, Omni-Energy ,and Geometry Scalable Architecture), which is designed to be scalable, AWD-capable, and com

The powertrain in modern EVs has become a cyber-physical system where software controls motion. Think about driving an Electric Vehicle (EV) on a connected highway. It would be smart, efficient, and always talking to cloud systems, chargers, and sensors. Now imagine how that same car could suddenly speed up or slow d

On November 18, 2025, it was reported that Renault and its new partner Geely will include the next-generation Renault Kwid in their joint BRL 3.8 billion investment plan for Brazil.
The renewed subcompact, to be produced in Sao Jose dos Pinhais starting in mid-2026 as a 2027 model, will feature a design identical to