IT & software
May Mobility, Lyft launch robotaxi service in Atlanta, Georgia
On September 10, Lyft, Inc. and May Mobility, Inc. announced the launch of their autonomous vehicle (AV) pilot program in Atlanta, marking the first public autonomous vehicle deployment for the partnership.
The service will initially launch as a pilot program available to Lyft riders in the area, with plans to expan
IAA Mobility 2025: ECARX presents next-generation in-vehicle navigation system
On September 10, ECARX Holdings Inc. unveiled a next-generation in-vehicle navigation system alongside the latest iteration of its Skyland New intelligent driving solution at IAA Mobility 2025. ECARX’s new global navigation system, integrated with HERE’s advanced navigation platform, is designed for rapid integration
IAA Mobility 2025: Neusoft, China, presents “Intelligent Mobility Solution”
On September 9, Neusoft Corporation demonstrated its most recent and innovative technological advancements and proven expertise at IAA Mobility 2025.
It has presented OneCoreGo Global In-Vehicle Intelligent Mobility Solution 6.0. It integrates five core systems: One Map (Global Navigation Product Family), One Sight
IAA Mobility 2025: HERE Technologies and AWS unveil SDV Accelerator for SDV development
HERE Technologies (HERE) and Amazon Web Services Inc. (AWS) unveiled the cloud-based SDV Accelerator, a platform designed to boost software-defined vehicle (SDV) development, at IAA Mobility 2025.
The platform provides solution guidance, comprehensive SDV architecture, sample code, and curated partner technologies, i

IAA Mobility 2025: Vector presents SDx Cloud for software-defined systems
Vector Informatik GmbH (Vector) has launched the SDx Cloud, a scalable platform for developing software-defined systems and integrating connected services end-to-end.
The solution is being showcased at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, as part of Vector’s SDV Tour. It is designed to address the growing complexity

Rivian software to power Audi's EV lineup starting in 2028
On September 8, Audi CEO Gernot Döllner confirmed the brand will become the first in the Volkswagen Group to deploy vehicles built entirely on Rivian's software architecture, with new-generation EVs set to debut from 2028 onwards. The move follows VW Group's USD 5.8 billion investment in Rivian in 2024.
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IAA Mobility 2025: Volkswagen commits EUR 1 billion investment plan in AI to transform development and production
On September 9, Volkswagen Group announced its plan to invest up to EUR 1 billion in AI by 2030 in IAA Mobility 2025, focusing on vehicle development, industrial use, and IT infrastructure. The goal is to bring innovations to customers faster.
The Group already uses 1,200 AI applications, with hundreds more in progre
Bosch shapes new vehicle world with intelligent hardware and software solutions
Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) reaffirmed its commitment to shaping software-driven mobility through its intelligent hardware and software solutions.
Bosch Mobility’s business continues to evolve, spanning hardware with embedded software, services, and fully independent software solutions. Despite stagnating global vehicl

Valeo expands collaboration with Qualcomm on scalable ADAS and safety-centric systems for SDVs
Valeo Group (Valeo) has expanded its longstanding partnership with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm, Inc., to deliver Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Automated Driving (AD) solutions to the global automotive industry.
The collaboration combines Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Ride Pilot solut

IAA Mobility 2025: ZF showcases technologies for software-defined chassis and e-mobility
ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) is presenting its latest innovations in software-defined vehicles, electrification, and safety at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany.
Highlights include by-wire chassis technologies, with series production orders for its steer-by-wire and brake-by-wire systems from Chinese, European, and

International Motors, PlusAI begin autonomous fleet trials in Texas
On September 8, International Motors announced the launch of customer fleet trials using second-generation autonomous vehicles, marking a significant step forward in the company's autonomous program.
In partnership with PlusAI, International will start piloting its autonomous on-highway tractor along the Interstate-3

Qualcomm, Google Cloud collaborate to bring agentic AI experiences to auto industry
On September 8, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Google Cloud announced they have expanded their relationship to help automotive OEMs deliver enhanced in-car experiences through agentic AI.
The new collaboration brings together Google Cloud's Automotive AI Agent, enabled by Google's Gemini models, with Qualcomm Techn
TomTom, Netherlands, unveils next generation Automotive Navigation Application
On September 8, TomTom announced the launch of its new Automotive Navigation Application, a ready-to-use solution built on TomTom Orbis Maps with an intuitive User Interface layer added on top of TomTom’s enhanced Navigation SDK.
The application is a fully tested, quality-assured solution validated on automotive-gra
IAA Mobility 2025: Cerence AI presents new mobile work AI agent in collaboration with Microsoft
On September 8, Cerence Inc. announced that it will bring to market a new mobile work AI agent in close collaboration with Microsoft. The AI agent will run on Cerence xUI, its AI assistant platform, and will integrate Microsoft 365 Copilot, allowing people who choose to work in the car to do so more safely and secure
IAA Mobility 2025: QCraft, China, announces European headquarter and partnership with Qualcomm
On September 8, QCraft announced the launch of its globalization strategy at IAA Mobility 2025, unveiling the establishment of its European headquarters in Germany and a partnership with Qualcomm. Its full-stack NOA (Navigate on Autopilot) solution will soon be deployed in around one million vehicles.
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Cisco and Tata Communications, India partners for global eSIM and IoT connectivity
On September 8, 2025, Tata Communications and Cisco formed a partnership to streamline global enterprise IoT deployments. The collaboration will integrate Tata Communications’ MOVE, a global eSIM orchestration platform managing over 350 million SIMs in 200+ countries, with Cisco’s IoT Control Center, which supports m