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[Exclusive Interview] 5GAA highlights progress in V2X and evolution of connected vehicle technologies
The Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 took place in Barcelona, Spain, from March 2 to 5, 2026. During the event, MarkLines conducted a series of exclusive interviews with companies presenting next generation connectivity technologies. As part of this coverage, we spoke with Dr. Maxime Flament, Chief Technology Officer
ANFAC, Spain, joins European Alliance for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles
On March 25, ANFAC, the Spanish Association of Automobile and Truck Manufacturers, joined the European Alliance for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (ECAVA), an industry forum for discussion and advice promoted by the European Commission.
ECAVA brings together the entire value chain of the automotive sector, technol
5GAA, Germany, and 6G-IA expand collaboration for 5G infrastructure for mobility
On March 23, the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) and the 6G Smart Networks and Services Industry Association (6G-IA) renewed their memorandum of understanding (MoU), reinforcing their long-standing collaboration for 5G infrastructure deployment for mobility. 6G-IA is the voice of European Industry and Research for n
Spain announces launch of new PERTE VEC 5
On March 19, the Ministry of Industry and Tourism announced that application for the battery-focused PERTE VEC 5 program will open in April with a budget of EUR 100 million. It will be governed by the CISAF state aid scheme, allowing for a longer project implementation period.
The ministry has already allocated more
CaoCao Inc. activates 3,600 Robotaxi pick-up, drop-off points in Hangzhou
On March 17, CaoCao Inc. announced the activation of 3,600 Robotaxi virtual pick-up and drop-off points in Binjiang District and Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou, which cover almost all local major roads, office buildings, and exits and entrances to commercial and residential communities. It is reported that the company w
MOGOX launches Robobus operations on Hengqin-Macao Medical Route
On March 14, MOGOX launched Robobus operations on the Hengqin-Macao Medical Route. With core technologies and vehicle operational support from MOGOX and autonoma, the special route comes as China’s first autonomous driving route for cross-border medical treatment.
The opening of the 7km-long Hengqin-Macao Medical Rou
CAERI launches ASEAN NCAP-IVASA system framework with ASEAN NCAP
On March 12, China Automotive Engineering Research Institute Co., Ltd. (CAERI) launched the ASEAN NCAP-IVASA (Intelligent Vehicle Advanced Safety Assessment) system framework with ASEAN NCAP.
The system framework assesses new vehicles equipped with intelligent features in the ASEAN market by developing typical assess
Iveco launches Stolen Vehicle Assistance with AI-powered tracking and recovery
On March 11, Iveco introduced Stolen Vehicle Assistance, a new service built into the vehicle’s factory-installed connectivity and fully integrated with the IVECO ON ecosystem. It upgrades basic vehicle tracking into a more organized and coordinated vehicle recovery system.
The service helps recover stolen vehicles q
MediaTek, Taiwan, presents automotive connectivity and intelligent cockpits at MWC 2026
On March 1, MediaTek announced that it will exhibit the latest developments in 6G, 5G-Advanced CPE, Edge AI, IoT, Automotive, and Data Center solutions at Mobile World Congress 2026. MediaTek is demonstrating the world’s first 5G NR NTN video call in automotive communications. NR NTN enables high-speed satellite comm
Baidu, Hainan Province to co-build Apollo Go autonomous driving internationalization regional center
On March 3, Baidu Inc. (Baidu) signed an agreement on deepening strategic cooperation with the People’s Government of Hainan Province in Haikou.
Under the agreement, the two parties will explore promoting the orderly cross-border circulation of data from intelligent connected vehicles (ICVs), building an ecological h
Cubic3, Ireland, and Skylo, US, present automotive connectivity solution combining cellular and satellite networks
On February 27, Cubic3 and Skylo Technologies (Skylo) unveiled the world’s first automotive-focused connectivity solution that seamlessly integrates cellular and satellite networks through a single SIM, validated for commercial deployment. This joint solution combines Skylo’s satellite network platform with Cubic3’s
Volvo Cars launches largest-ever over-the-air update
On March 3, Volvo Cars announced the launch of its largest over-the-air software update to date, introducing a new and more intuitive user experience that will be rolled out to millions of customers starting this week.
Volvo Cars will roll out its new user experience, Volvo Car UX, to approximately 2.5 million vehicl
Rivian joins with AT&T, G+D on 5G connectivity for R2
On March 2, Munich, Germany-based Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) announced its collaboration with Rivian to enable the launch of Rivian’s upcoming R2 SUV to be among the first vehicles to launch with support for GSMA SGP.32, the newly finalized eSIM standard designed for IoT and automotive use cases, and 5G connectivity.
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Aptiv, Wind River show V2X network solution for sensor sharing at MWC Barcelona
On March 2, Aptiv PLC and Wind River, an Aptiv company and global leader in software for the intelligent edge, announced they are unveiling a proof-of-concept showcasing a mobile-network Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) solution for sharing of sensor data between vehicles at MWC Barcelona. The V2X solution aims to support
Viasat, US, and Cubic3, Ireland, to present advanced satellite voice call for connected vehicles at MWC 2026
On February 25, Viasat and Cubic3, in association with Qualcomm Technologies Inc., and Fraunhofer IIS announced a demonstration of satellite-enabled voice calls over a 3GPP-compliant non-terrestrial satellite network for connected vehicles. It will be presented at Mobile World Congress 2026 (MWC 2026). The demonstrat
TÜV Rheinland, Germany, to establish laboratories for NEVs and connected vehicle components in China
On February 27, TÜV Rheinland Greater China signed a project cooperation agreement with the Guangzhou Huangpu District Government. TÜV Rheinland will investment in constructing the TÜV Rheinland GBA (Guangdong) Operation Center in the Guangzhou Development Zone.
The project involves a total investment of approximatel
Ituran, Israel, to provide full connectivity solution for Connect Fiat in South America
On February 25, Ituran Location and Control Ltd. announced that it has been selected to deliver the Connect Fiat program in partnership with Stellantis. The agreement has an initial term of three years, with the option to extend for an additional two years. This program represents an expansion of Ituran's existing co
NTRA signs license agreement with Mercedes-Benz Egypt for IOT services in Egypt
On February 25, the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) signed a new license agreement with Mercedes-Benz Egypt Trading to provide Internet of Things (IoT) services for vehicles in Egypt. This agreement aligns with Egypt's Digital Strategy, which aims to localize the latest global technologies and
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