2027 Getaway arrives in late 2026, it will be powered by a high-capacity, 95.8-kWh lithium-ion battery with a range of more than 300 miles on a single charge, equipped with a NACS charging port and charging speeds up to 150 kW that can replenish the battery from 10% to 80% in 30 minutes. A standard on-board battery preconditioning system ensures charging performance in cold-weather conditions. Coming in 2027, Subaru will offer a standard-range Ge...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

public operations of the Ai.R autonomous ride service in Punggol, marking Singapore’s first deployment in a residential estate. The rollout follows trials since January 2026 involving over 1,000 passengers, with the fleet logging 30,000 km safely.During the initial phase, Safety Operators remain onboard; 14 Grab driver-partners are certified, with more in training alongside remote operator programs. The service runs on weekdays with two routes...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

ted on-demand shuttles at Düsseldorf Airport, with test operations expected to start in May 2026. The shuttles will connect the airport railway station, the EUREF Campus, and the airport terminal. They will be driven from a remote operations center by certified remote drivers, with a safety driver onboard during testing. The project aims to develop and systematically evaluate the technology under real traffic conditions. They will focus on opera...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

á (SP), as part of a total order of 52 units. The 52 Torino units are mounted on Mercedes-Benz chassis and measure 12,665 mm in total length. Each vehicle has capacity for 38 seated passengers in Urbano seats and is equipped with Spheros CC356 air conditioning, an accessibility lift or device, and onboard monitoring cameras. Marcopolo highlighted the strategic importance of the São Paulo market for both urban and intercity segments, noting that...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

ation of its “Power Neuron” battery-integrated architecture within an automotive system developed with Valeo. The distributed “Power Neurons” are compact, software-controlled modules that convert and manage power at the edge of each battery pack. The system integrates the modular inverter, On-Board Charger (OBC), and DC-DC converter functions, with battery cells within the modular architecture, replacing conventional systems that rely on...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

mber of input/output channels, enabling precise control of injectors, valves, relays, and actuators. They can include up to eight gasoline injector drivers and four CNG injector drivers. It also features advanced diagnostics. This is ensured by O2 UEGO (Universal Exhaust Gas Oxygen) sensors, OBDII (On-Board Diagnostic II) diagnostics, etc. Based on Marelli press release...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

d electric motor that delivers 140 kW (190 PS) of power and 350 Nm of torque. This allows the SUV to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in about 8 seconds, providing better performance and responsiveness. The model now comes with improved advanced driver assistance systems. It also introduces Pro Power Onboard, a feature that allows the vehicle to power external devices. Additional, Ford also introduced the Explorer Collection, a new variant in the ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

pany acquired the ailing Jaguar, Land Rover and Volvo brands. Backed by investors including Jeff Bezos, Slate plans to sell its sub-USD 30,000 electric truck directly to consumers without dealerships, similar to Tesla and Rivian. The company is also building a nationwide service network and aims to onboard 4,000 service providers before the first deliveries. (multiple sources on March 9, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

STMicroelectronics releases new high-speed gate drivers for DC/DC converters and on-board chargers On March 5, Swiss-based STMicroelectronics NV (STMicroelectronics) released new gate drivers, “STGAP2SA” and “STGAP2HSA”, for high-speed control of power semiconductor switches. The new products help downsize automotive modules and enhance safety. The new gate drivers support high switching frequencies, which leads to the improvement of powe...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

s the information to another receiving vehicle where Aptiv’s sensor fusion stack uses it as virtual sensor input, enabling the ADAS system to identify hazards and take action. The result enables vehicles to “see beyond line-of-sight” by incorporating live sensor data from nearby vehicles into onboard sensor fusion systems. Safety features such as automatic emergency braking are enhanced by data shared between vehicles while exceeding establ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/03

unclear progression can also be barriers, particularly for women who need time out for maternity leave and a supported route back into work.  Addressing these issues requires more investment in both infrastructure and operations. Measures include installing accessible toilet facilities, enhancing on-board safety features, improving communication between colleagues, and reducing excessively long shifts to better support childcare needs. Greater ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/27

n production, will consist of twelve 18-metre articulated E-WAY buses equipped with pantograph systems. The buses feature latest-generation Intelligent Transport Systems for real-time fleet monitoring and optimized operational planning, as well as ADAS to enhance safety. Passenger amenities include onboard information systems, a dedicated wheelchair area and boarding ramps to improve accessibility. IVECO BUS stated that the delivery supports Mess...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/27

ajor upgrades. The test route will be extended from North Lantau Airport Island to Tung Chung Town Centre and Sunny Bay, spanning 43.2km. More autonomous vehicles will be permitted to operate simultaneously. Testing on North Lantau Airport Island will be conducted in a collaborative model involving onboard backup operators and a control center to collect more data for future driverless operations. (From an Apollo Go press release dated February 2...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/26

o reach 4,400 electric buses by March 2026, equivalent to 68% of the fleet. Among the latest additions are 300 Fencer electric buses operated by Vule, with 150 more units to be deployed in the coming days. These vehicles have a capacity of around 90 passengers and include accessibility features and onboard amenities. Outside Santiago, 271 electric buses operate across 11 regions, including a fully electric fleet in Copiapo. (Government of Chile o...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/26

as U.S.-based Tesla, Inc. and Chinese OEMs are introducing their own proprietary AI models. The key feature of AI agents is to provide information for passengers via natural voice interactions using generative AI. Challenges remain such as how to improve processing speed and transmission latency of onboard electronic control units (ECUs) that support conversations with the AI. While using a high-performance ECU to enhance vehicle capabilities is ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/24

omes equipped with standard AWD with electric motors housed in the front and rear eAxles, with 338 combined system horsepower and 198/125 lb-ft of  torque on the front/rear electric motors that accelerates the vehicle from 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds. The C-HR has a 74.7 kWh lithium-ion battery, 11-kW on-board AC charger, and NACS charging port capable of Level 3 DC fast-charging. EPA-estimated range rating is 287 miles on the SE grade with 18-inch ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19

es around half an hour. For depot charging, replenishing the battery from 10–80% takes just over three hours with an 11 kW AC charger, or under five hours with a typical 7.4 kW home charger. The slight increase in battery capacity also extends the usable duration of Ford’s 400W output Pro Power Onboard system that provides power for accessories and power tools. Ford Europe recently announced that the standard range versions of the European Fo...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19

nt and material flow systems. The start of production of the Volvo VNR follows the launch of Volvo Trucks’ all-new long-haul Volvo VNL.The new VNR delivers up to a 7.5% improvement in fuel economy compared with the legacy model, and incorporates a comprehensive Volvo safety package, with advanced onboard technologies for operation in dense urban traffic and pedestrian-heavy environments.  (Volvo release on February 17, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/18

series production with the Renault Filante, a model developed and manufactured in Korea. The technology was first presented at the South by Southwest (SXSW) event in 2024 and is described as the first fully integrated XR gaming application to reach a production vehicle. The system utilizes existing onboard sensors, cameras, computing hardware, and real-time vehicle data to synchronize virtual gameplay with actual vehicle movement. This delivers a...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

Kia India expands public EV charging footprint to 15,000+ points On February 5, Kia India announced that its K‑Charge public charging network has expanded to more than 15,000 charging points nationwide after the company signed a memorandum of understanding with Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) to onboard over 3,000 BPCL chargers onto its platform. K‑Charge, available via the MyKia app and Kia India website, lets users locate charg...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11