Ouster, Inc. announced that Econolite, a developer of intelligent traffic management solutions, won a contract with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) to expand the Ouster BlueCity traffic management solution to more than 100 traffic intersections in Utah. This comes after a successful initial deployment ac

On July 17, Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. held the global unveiling of its FX Super One MPV, the first of a new lineup of affordable mass market EV’s for the FX brand. The company said it had secured 10,034 non-binding pre-orders with binding USD 100 deposits for the Super One, from both B2B and B2C custom

On July 16, KAMAZ announced that it is currently working to rebalance its main assembly conveyors (MAC) at KAMAZ automotive plant, aiming to achieve a production rate of 240 vehicles per day.
The KAMAZ production system team, along with other staff, conducted a timing study of the assembly of the entire model range a

On July 8, Bajaj Auto Ltd launched the 2025 Pulsar NS400Z motorcycle, priced at INR 192 thousand. The motorcycle is powered by a revised 373cc engine now producing 43PS, up from 40PS, due to changes in the valve train, cam timings, and intake duct. A forged piston has been introduced to improve thermal stability and

Beijing SemiDrive Technology Co., Ltd. (SemiDrive) developed the REF68003 reference design for intelligent cockpits with Rohm Co., Ltd. (Rohm).
REF68003 is mainly developed for X9SP, a SemiDrive intelligent cockpit SoC (system-on-a-chip) that uses Rohm PMICs (power management integrated circuits) and was exhibited at

On May 31, Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. held its first Annual Stockholders’ Day, at its headquarters in Los Angeles. Attending stockholders and guests experienced a ride & drive, including multiple FX prototype mules, including the FX Super One, the FX 6, and FX 4.
Faraday Future’s sub brand FX unveiled t

ETAS GmbH will present its partner ecosystem along with the latest solutions for streamlined ECU development at the AUTOSAR Open Conference (AOC) 2025, held in Bruges, Belgium, from May 27-28.
Highlights include (i) a collaboration with GLIWA that seamlessly integrates ETAS's RTA-CAR and GLIWA's T1 automotive timing

On May 20, Scania introduced the new Super 11 engine, offering top performance and flexibility in the 11-litre class. Positioned between the 9-litre and 13-litre engines, the Super 11 is up to 7% more fuel-efficient than the 9-litre and weighs 85 kg less than the Super 13, allowing for more payload in weight-sensitiv

On May 8, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sent a letter to Tesla Field Quality Director Eddit Gates,  regarding its planned rollout of a Robotaxi platform in Austin, Texas with full self-driving (FSD).
NHTSA would like information on Tesla’s development of technologies for use in ‘robo

On May 8, Toyota introduced the refreshed 2026 Corolla Cross with two new front fascia designs that provide a modern, color-matched look for the Hybrid version and a bold, rugged design for the ICE model. 
The interior brings a new front console design that maximizes usable space and a newly available 10.5-inch Toyot

On April 23, BorgWarner announced it is participating in the Automotive Engineering Exposition (JSAE) 2025 from May 21 to May 23, where it will present its latest advancements in electrification and hybridization.
BorgWarner will show its improved double-sided cooled power module, a key component of the inverter, res

On February 20th, Mercedes Benz held the presentation for the 2024 financial results. The event was presented by Mr. Ola Källenius (CEO) and Mr. Markus Schäfer (Member of the Board of Management), and Mr. Harald Wilhelm (Chief Financial Officer).
Key points for 2024 results:
Profit decreased almost 30%, sales fell by

On February 24, SOLLERS started sales of all-wheel drive Sollers ST8 pickups, the production of which is established in Ulyanovsk. Its price starts from RUB 2,720,000. It has a 2-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 136 hp. The reliable unit with a cast-iron cylinder block and timing chain drive is manufactured at

On February 18, Volvo Cars announced that the XC60 has received a significant update for the upcoming model year, including improvements in user experience, design, and comfort, as well as a faster and more responsive infotainment system. The broader model range will also feature several notable enhancements.
The XC6

BorgWarner announced it is enhancing its long-standing partnership with a major East Asian OEM by supplying its state-of-the-art Variable Cam Timing (VCT) for the OEM’s latest hybrid and gasoline engines. 
The advanced technology meets Tier 4 North American emission standards. 
Production of the engines, which will p

On January 17, Foresight Autonomous Holdings Ltd. announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Eye-Net Mobile Ltd. has passed rigorous field tests conducted by UTAC, a French organization specializing in vehicle testing, certification, and safety solutions.
The field tests were conducted under the Euro NCAP regulation

On December 5, Spirent Communications, a test solutions provider for next-generation devices and networks, announced that its positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) simulation systems helped in developing a new automotive positioning standard (GB/T 45086.1-2024) in China.
The new standard outlines technical and t

Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (Murata Manufacturing) announced that it has developed electronic timing device HCR (high accuracy and high temp automotive crystal), or XRCGE_M_F series, and commenced production. The product is the first of its kind to achieve a total frequency tolerance of ±40ppm throughout a wide te

On November 18, Nissan launched the all-new Patrol in the Middle East, featuring a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine. The new Patrol is now available for sale across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the broader Middle East region.
The new V6 engine delivers 425 horsepower and 700Nm of torque, offering a 7% increase in