Valeo Racer, XR in-car gaming experience, selected for major automotive markets in Asia Valeo Group (Valeo) announced that Valeo Racer, an extended reality (XR) in-car gaming experience, has been chosen by an automaker to equip vehicles in major Asian markets, with production scheduled to begin in Q1/2026. Powered by Valeo anSWer, the company’s software solution, Valeo Racer allows passengers to play games on their phone or tablet connected to ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/08

IAA Mobility 2025: Porsche to showcase 11 kW wireless EV charging with Cayenne electric model On September 4, Porsche announced that it will introduce wireless charging for EVs, becoming the first carmaker to offer an 11 kW one-box charging system. Apart from the floor plate, no wallbox or control unit is needed. The all-electric Cayenne is launching in 2026, will be the first Porsche with this option. A prototype is being shown at IAA Mobility 2...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

IAA Mobility 2025: VW Group to showcase Electric Urban Car Family and future mobility On September 1, VW Group announced that it will showcase its latest innovations at IAA Mobility in Munich from September 7-12, 2025. With new model debuts, advanced technologies, and smart mobility ideas, VW and its brands are setting the direction for the future of mobility. Opening (September 7): As the media preview before the official opening of the IAA, th...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

like navigation or calling. Drivers can plan trips, ask follow-up questions, access the vehicle manual, and even interact with external services through hands-free controls. The rollout, part of SoundHound’s collaboration with Stellantis, highlights growing OEM demand for smarter, safer, and more connected in-car experiences. With in-car voice commerce projected to generate USD 35 billion annually for automakers, this launch signals a step towa...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/27

NORMA, Germany wins business for eM Safe quick connectors for EVs from US based OEM On August 25, NORMA Group won a new contract to supply eM Safe quick connectors for a new platform of electric vehicles by a large US-based car maker. Starting in 2027, NORMA Group will deliver quick connectors for the battery thermal management of vehicles.  Up to 90,000 electric cars are to be equipped every year until 2034. The contract has a volume of around ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

UK grants GBP 1 billion guarantee to support Ford’s global expansion On July 31, UK Export Finance (UKEF) announced a GBP 1 billion Export Development Guarantee (EDG) for Ford UK, aimed at supporting the automaker’s long-term global growth ambitions. The loan will support Ford’s global transformation, engineering and manufacturing smart, connected, and electric vehicles. It will also fund the development of cleaner engines and electric powe...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

KPIT, India updates about new business wins On July 30, KPIT Technologies Limited announced that during the quarter that ended on June 30, 2025, it had started engagements in the middleware, autonomous, and electric powertrain domains with a leading Asian Car OEM.  It has also started multiple engagements in the powertrain, vehicle diagnostics, and mechatronics domains with a leading American commercial vehicle OEM. A Leading American Car Manufa...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/31

Bosch Ventures invests in 4screen for next-generation connected in-car experiences Bosch Ventures, the corporate venture capital unit of the Bosch Group, has led a USD 21 million Series B financing round for 4screen to scale its Driver Interaction Platform. Founded in Munich in 2020, 4screen has developed the world's first digital platform that connects brands with drivers in real time via the vehicle display, without requiring users to download ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/23

CARIAD builds one digital platform for all Volkswagen Group cars On July 16, CARIAD announced that it is building a shared digital platform for all Volkswagen Group brands, including Audi, Porsche, and Volkswagen. This platform supports the creation and delivery of connected car features across the entire fleet. With internet-connected vehicles, new features and updates such as navigation, entertainment, and safety functions can be added continuo...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

igned for Europe. This feature will enhance the navigation system by providing users with detailed information about nearby locations, improving convenience and connectivity for drivers. The Google POIs will be available in the Kia EV4 from the start of vehicle production. All other Kia models with connected car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) will be able to receive Google POIs as a free update this summer and all upcoming Kia models with ccNC will co...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

nologies and several world premieres at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich in September 2025. The theme is “Tech for the People,” focusing on bringing the best vehicles, technologies, and digital services. Before the IAA officially begins, Volkswagen will launch its next-generation affordable electric cars under the Electric Urban Car Family of Brand Group Core. Other new models from its Progressive and Sport Luxury brands will also debut. Over six ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

IDEMIA, France partners with Infineon Technologies to advance connected vehicle access On June 25, IDEMIA Secure Transactions, a global leader in connectivity solutions, partnered with Infineon Technologies AG, a leading semiconductor company, to address the challenges of next-generation car access. The partnership supports automotive safety, quality, and cybersecurity, by combining Infineon’s electronics with IDEMIA’s secure software and cl...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

Kia UK partners with LexisNexis, US to launch risk-based driving score in new app On June 25, Kia UK announced that it is collaborating with LexisNexis Risk Solutions to offer driving risk insights as part of its connected car system. The goal is to promote safer driving, improve habits, and lower insurance costs. Using the LexisNexis Drive Metrics model, drivers can now see a risk-based driving score in the new Kia App. With consent, the score c...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

Tata Motors, India launches Ace Pro mini truck with gasoline, CNG, and EV options On June 23, Tata Motors launched the all-new Tata Ace Pro, a four-wheel mini truck aimed at the small cargo mobility segment, priced at INR 399,000. The Ace Pro is available in three variants—gasoline, bi-fuel (CNG + gasoline), and electric. The gasoline variant features a 694cc engine delivering 30 bhp and 55 Nm of torque. The electric version is built on Tata Mo...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

Stellantis unveils new all-electric Peugeot E-208 GTi On June 13, Stellantis unveiled its new all-electric Peugeot E-208 GTi at the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit. It is the brand’s first fully electric GTi badge. The car was developed by Peugeot Sport in Satory and styled in collaboration with Peugeot’s design team in Vélizy, France. The vehicle has powerful M4+ electric motor is built in Trémery, France, through the Stellantis–Nidec Emotor...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/16

Cinemo, Germany to provide infotainment solutions technology for Mahindra electric SUV range On June 12, Cinemo announced that Mahindra has selected it as the infotainment technology provider for its range of electric-origin SUVs (eSUVs). Mahindra will integrate Cinemo’s CARS Connect Suite to deliver premium bring-your-own-device (BYOD) media experiences for its customers. Notably, the project progressed from kick-off to production in just six ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/12

Volkswagen and OPPO signs global patent agreement to power connected cars On June 5, OPPO signed a global patent licensing agreement with Volkswagen Group, allowing the automaker to use OPPO’s cellular standard-essential patents, including 5G, across its connected vehicles worldwide. It is OPPO’s first direct licensing deal with a connected-car company, showing how its technologies are expanding beyond smartphones and into the automotive indu...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

Cymotive Technologies, an Israel-based automotive cybersecurity provider. The partnership aims to bring Cymotive’s cybersecurity solutions to FPT’s automotive customer base, jointly develop and deliver next-generation cybersecurity solutions for Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs) and advance more connected mobility. The partnership will create new solutions to meet the changing needs of the automotive market and emerging SDV platforms. It aims ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

JOYNEXT joins 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) On May 29, the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), in a social media post, announced JOYNEXT as its new member. 5GAA stated that JOYNEXT will contribute greatly to 5GAA’s work in advancing hashtag CV2X solutions for future mobility services. 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) is a global cross-industry association for connected and autonomous vehicles that gathers more than 110 companies from the autom...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

Hyundai Motor India launches digital passport service for connected vehicles in India On May 19, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) introduced the Hyundai Vehicle Digital Passport, a new connected car service designed to consolidate key vehicle information for Bluelink-enabled Hyundai vehicles. The platform leverages data analytics from telematics systems and service records to generate a digital identity for each vehicle. It provides users with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20