On June 2, Vodafone Business extended its partnership with Geely Technology Europe (GTEU), to include Internet in the Car, Mobile Private Networks, and Cloud Connect solutions.
Under the expanded collaboration, Vodafone Business will provide Internet in the Car services to support vehicle diagnostics and over-the-air

On May 27, General Motors detailed how it is replacing its current shark-fin antenna and in-vehicle connectivity stack with an integrated Connectivity Hub Module (CHM), a single roof-mounted unit which combines all major radios, network processors, memory and a backup battery. The architecture will underpin GM’s upco

On May 20, Zelos (Suzhou) Technology Co., Ltd. (Zelos) announced the recent signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with Cheng Shin-Toyo Tire & Rubber (China) Co., Ltd. (CST Tire). As CST Tire’s exclusive partner for unmanned vehicles, Zelos will provide the company with versatile customized intelligent transpor

On May 15, Z Truck announced the recent completion of a CNY 1 billion financing.
Established in 2022 by Tsinghua University and Suzhou authorities, Z Truck, a brand for intelligent connected new energy commercial vehicles, specializes in the development and mass production of finished trucks and new technologies.
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On May 26, Volvo Cars, majority owned by China's Geely, announced that it has been granted a specific authorization from the U.S. Office of Information and Communications Technology and Services under the "Securing the Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain: Connected Vehicles" rule in th

On May 22, the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) announced that Toyota Motor Europe has joined the association as a Gold Member. As a Gold Member, Toyota will actively contribute to 5GAA’s initiatives aimed at accelerating the deployment of next-generation connected mobility solutions.
The company will engage in 5GAA’

On May 14, CaoCao Inc. signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Shanghai International Automobile City (SIAC) for the local establishment of a wholly-owned subsidiary to support future commercial Robotaxi operations. In 2026, CaoCao Inc. plans to deploy 100 Robotaxis in SIAC.
CaoCao Inc. will deeply engage in th

On May 13, Geotab, a global leader in connected transportation, officially opened a new engineering center in the Detroit metropolitan area, in the center of the North American automotive industry, enabling faster iteration and tighter collaboration with its key OEM partners, including Ford, GM, and Stellantis.
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On May 18, XPeng announced the roll-off of the first mass-produced Robotaxi at its Guangzhou Branch. The model will be available for demonstration operation in the second half (H2) of 2026, according to the head of XPeng’s Robotaxi division.
Built on the GX, an XPeng flagship model, the XPeng Robotaxi is China’s firs

On May 19, Panasonic Connect North America, a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, announced the launch of Tough Command. The platform transforms in-vehicle TOUGHBOOK devices into a centralized hub for connected fleet intelligence to enable public safety agencies, utilities, and enterprise organization

On May 19, ECARX Holdings, a London, UK-based automotive intelligence company, announced a strategic framework agreement with Ann Arbor, Michigan-based May Mobility, to bring ECARX’s intelligent driving capacity to May Mobility’s future autonomous fleet for scaling ride-hail deployment. 
The partnership has identifie

On May 9, Neolix opened Tide-Island No. 1, the world’s first automated charging and operations hub for autonomous vehicles, with TELD in Qingdao, Shandong.
Tide-Island, a one-stop automated facility tailored for autonomous vehicles, combines a stereo garage, an automated parking robot, and 100 automated charging robo

On May 11, Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) introduced the Connected Vehicle Security Act in the U.S. House Representatives, which aims to prohibit the importation, manufacture, and sale of connected vehicles, software, and hardware linked to China and s

On May 13, Volvo announced the introduction of its Safety Zones service in Brazil, a connected technology designed to automatically limit vehicle speed in predefined areas.
The system uses GPS connectivity to create virtual geofenced zones where speed is controlled regardless of driver input. When a truck enters one

On May 12, Rivian introduced Rivian Assistant and Rivian Unified Intelligence unlock hands-free utility with Connect+. In its latest software update, the AI-powered Rivian Assistant will roll out to all compatible Rivian Gen 1 and Gen 2 owners who subscribe to Connect+ or are in an active trial.
Rivian has created an

On May 5, the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) and the International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association (IBTTA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for cooperation on tolling, including Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X)-enabled tolling use cases. 
By aligning IBTTA’s leadership in tolli

On May 6,  KPIT Technologies, in an investor update, announced that during the quarter that ended on March 31, 2026, it had won new engagements worth USD 349 million. A Leading European Car Manufacturer selected KPIT for strategic engagements in the electric powertrain, autonomous, and body electronics domains.
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On May 7, Bosch announced that its cloud-based "Road Hazard Service" uses continuously updated data from various sources to quickly warn of potential hazards along the route. BMW Group vehicles also use the Bosch service, which Bosch plans to expand to more premium models in the coming years. The BMW iX1 and iX2, iX3

On May 6, Rino.ai closed a Series C1 financing. The proceeds will mainly be used for R&D and iteration of core technologies, mass production of automotive-grade products, expansion of business scenarios, and deployment in global markets.
Going forward, Rino.ai will continue to focus on the R&D of Level 4 autonomous d

On April 25, Geely Auto Group announced its participation in Auto China 2026 with its full brand portfolio, including Zeekr, Lynk & Co, Galaxy, and Geely Auto. More than 40 intelligent products were showcased, covering a full spectrum of powertrains, including BEV, PHEV, methanol, and ICE models. The display also hig