On December 5, Stellantis presented its advanced autonomous driving technologies in Brussels using two demo vehicles i.e., Peugeot e-2008 and 2018 Maserati Levante, at the Hi-Drive final event, Brussels.
Hi-Drive is Europe’s main project for improving automated driving. It aims to increase vehicles’ automation levels

On November 26, PwC Belgium announced that it is adding 300 MINI Aceman and 423 BMW iX1 eDrive20 cars to its fleet, giving more employees access to EVs. The company is also installing 270 new charging stations, bringing the total to 475 across all offices for easy workplace charging.
The initiative supports PwC’s eff

On December 2, Kia announced that it will unveil the EV2, an all-electric B-segment SUV for Europe, at the Brussels Motor Show, on January 9, 2026.
The Kia EV2 features stylish design with modern technology, smart EV features, and a spacious, flexible interior. The vehicle will be designed, developed, and produced i

On November 20, Melexis introduced an automotive-grade version of its MLX90382 absolute magnetic and inductive encoder. The MLX90382 is designed for high-precision, safety-critical applications such as electric steering, power braking, and active suspension systems.
The MLX90382 combines a Hall-effect magnetic front

On November 19, Melexis introduced the MLX90637, the world’s first surface-mount device (SMD) far-infrared (FIR) temperature sensor designed for monitoring critical EV powertrain components. The sensor offers automated SMD assembly and highly accurate non-contact temperature sensing for automotive applications.
The

On November 12, the Eclipse Safe Open Vehicle Core (S-CORE) project announced the active participation of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. as a new member of its open-source community. By leveraging Qualcomm Technologies Inc.’s Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions, S-CORE will run seamlessly on Qualcomm Technologies’ esta

On November 12, Solvay announced an agreement with Permag (US) and Less Common Metals - LCM (UK) to secure a reliable supply of rare earth materials. Through this partnership, Permag, a global leader in high-performance magnetic solutions, now has a steady and reliable supply of Samarium, a key material used in advan

On November 12, Solvay and Noveon Magnetics announced a supply agreement for light and heavy rare earth materials. Under the agreement, Solvay will supply Noveon with rare earth oxides starting in 2026. The partnership is a significant step toward establishing a sustainable supply chain for rare-earth permanent magne

On November 6, Melexis introduced the MLX81350, its fourth-generation automotive LIN motor driver capable of delivering up to 5 W (0.5 A) per motor. It is designed for air conditioning flaps and automated air vents in electric vehicles (EVs).
MLX81350 features an upgraded software architecture that boosts performanc

On November 3, Umicore announced a strategic partnership agreement with HS Hyosung Advanced Materials to advance and fund the industrialization, commercialization, and further development of its silicon-carbon composite anode materials for electric vehicle (EV) lithium-ion batteries.
Umicore’s flagship center for ano

On October 23, Melexis presented the MLX80124, a highly configurable, code-free LIN LED driver. With its pre-defined, proven functionality and an intuitive graphical user interface, it is designed to radically simplify the development of dynamic RGB-LED automotive ambient lighting applications. It has a working tempe

The Busworld Europe Exhibition in Brussels was a clear demonstration of how the future of bus and coach transport is no longer just approaching; it is already taking shape. From established industry leaders such as IVECO Bus, Daimler Buses, and Irizar to fast-rising innovators like Zhongtong, every OEM on the floor s

On October 23, Melexis launched MLX80124, a code-free LIN LED driver that lets engineers configure functions through a GUI instead of programming. This makes setup faster and removes the need for software development skills.
It is designed as a smart LIN RGB ambient light controller, it offers high-voltage outputs wi

On October 16, imec inaugurated an office in the IPAI campus in Heilbronn, Germany, just months after unveiling plans for a new automotive chiplet innovation hub in Baden-Württemberg. imec’s Heilbronn hub is dedicated to cutting-edge chiplet design, advanced packaging, system integration, sensing, and (edge) AI – as

On October 15, Euro NCAP released new safety ratings of several vehicles.
The Dongfeng BOX earned three stars in Euro NCAP’s safety tests. In a frontal crash, several spot welds on the car’s body failed, weakening the structure and reducing protection. The car scored 69% for Adult Occupant Protection, with concerns a

On October 15, imec announced that GlobalFoundries has joined imec’s Automotive Chiplet Program (ACP) as a foundry partner. Semiconductor and system companies Infineon, Silicon Box, STATS ChipPAC, and TIER IV have also committed to join ACP. Chiplet architectures offer a scalable, flexible, and cost-effective alterna

On October 9, Melexis announces the MLX90514, a dual-input inductive sensor integrated circuit (IC). It processes signals from two sets of coils to compute differential or vernier angles on-chip. This sensor is designed for next-generation automotive applications, such as steering torque feedback, steering angle sens

On October 13, Anadolu Isuzu announced that it showcased in Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, showcasing a range of innovative models, including newly developed Grand Toro XL, Citiport 12 Class 2, and electric vehicles, Novociti Volt, Citivolt, and Novo Volt.
The Grand Toro XL is the redesigned version of A

ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF)’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division launched a new Software Update Management System (SUMS) Service Suite at Busworld 2025 in Brussels, Belgium.
The SUMS Service Suite enables bus and coach OEMs to implement updates securely in compliance with UN/ECE R156. It consists of consultin

On October 3, Renault unveiled its new 100% electric passenger transport range: the Master Citybus E-Tech and Master Shuttle E-Tech, designed for local authorities and transport operators at the 2025 Busworld trade show, Belgium.
The electric models are built on the Master platform, these vehicles leverage Renault Ve