equency ranges DC up to 12 GHz. These interfaces are ideally suited to demanding automotive camera systems, such as front, rear, and surround view cameras.  They offer an impedance of 50 Ω and can withstand at least 10 mating cycles. A key feature of the camera connection solutions is the modular connector system, which allows for straightforward integration into high-density electronic environments. Based on Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik pre...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

d Corning Incorporated, a leading innovator in materials science, for IEEE 802.3cz-compliant Multigigabit Vision System Solution. KD integrated its 10GBASE-AU KD7251 optical transceiver into Leopard Imaging’s new automotive camera, the LI-VENUS-ISX031-BASE-AU. Corning developed a custom cable and connector system using its automotive-grade components. The new system enables data transmission speeds of up to 10 Gb/s, making it well-suited for ad...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/27

KYOCERA AVX releases new series of vertical-mating battery connectors On June 25, Fountain Inn, South Carolina-based KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components, announced it has further expanded its selection of standard battery connectors with the introduction of the new 9155-900 Series 2.5mm-pitch vertical-mate battery connectors. The new 9155-900 Series 2.5mm-pitch vertical-mate battery connectors feature a un...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

2025, allowing them to securely exchange data with other companies in the automotive sector. Since May 2025, MHP has been officially certified by the Catena-X Automotive Network e.V. and is also a member of Cofinity-X, the company running the Catena-X data space. MHP provides the Eclipse Dataspace Connector (EDC) “as a Service,” which enables secure and standardized data sharing within the network. The “Activation Supplier Network Group”...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/16

quicker. The Chair of the J3400 Task Force, Rodney McGee shared the reason for that, "It has some material removed, so it increases the maximum voltage it can handle. They call that creepage and clearance, basically, so that you can have isolation between the positive and negative terminals on the connector." McGee notes that the hardware change was proposed by Tesla as part of the SAE J3400 standard. "The publication of SAE J3400/2 as an SAE In...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

BASF, Germany announces Ultramid Advanced N for high-voltage connectors in electric cars On June 2, BASF announced that it is now complementing its polyphthalamide (PPA) portfolio with Ultramid Advanced N3U42G6, a polyamide 9T with non-halogenated flame-retardant, which minimizes electro-corrosion of metal contacts in electric and electronics (E&E) parts for e-mobility.  The PPA increases the safety and durability of high-voltage (HV) connectors...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/02

application or the Zeekr Power WeChat Mini Program, Zeekr Power users can check information concerning GAC Energy charging stands in real time, such as locations, tariffs, and status. Furthermore, Zeekr Technology Group held the global debut of the V4 megawatt charging stand with a single-charging-connector peak power and peak current of 1,300kW and 1,300A, respectively. To date, Zeekr Power has contracted with 48 high-quality charging operators...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/14

liveries are scheduled for 2025. The controller supports charging powers of up to 3.75 megawatts. Using MCS, a typical truck battery can be charged to 80% in around 45 minutes. The communication interface is based on the international ISO 15118-20 standard and uses Ethernet-based communication. The connector system complies with the IEC TS 63379 technical specification. vSECC.MCS also supports the Combined Charging System (CCS). vSECC.MCS builds ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/12

Mazda to adopt Tesla’s NACS connectors for BEVs in Japan from 2027 On May 9, Mazda Motor Corp. announced an agreement was reached with Tesla, Inc. to adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS) for charging ports on the company’s battery electric vehicles (BEV) launched in Japan from 2027 onward. Mazda adopted NACS to provide customers access to Tesla Superchargers across Japan. Mazda BEVs will be compatible with other charging standard...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/10

tandard NACS ports, including 2025 model year Kia EV6s and 2026 model year EV9s, or vehicles using Kia NACS adapters, can now access the Tesla Supercharger network via the Kia Access app.  For existing Kia customers with vehicles that have a CCS1 charging port, Kia America has made available NACS (connector) to CCS1 (port) adapters via its dealers. (Kia America release on April 24, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/26

y management systems.•    Series-wiring capability, enabling a fleet depot, a multifamily housing garage, or even a single-family home with two EVs to maximize charging without costly service upgrades.•    ChargePoint Omni Port enables charging North American EVs with any of the most common connector types from a single charging station. (ChargePoint release on April 10, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/11

e improved filter definition dialog allows users to easily select operators and data columns and combine them as desired.  Placeholders that represent real development artifacts in the model in description texts can now be searched for and replaced.  To help engineers find the right wire, pin, or connector, the Hardware Library Explorer in PREEvision 10.18 provides nearly 40 dedicated overviews. For software architecture projects, PREEvision 10...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/24

ounced a strategic partnership with Hyundai Translead to combine Samsara’s Safety Solution with Hyundai Translead’s HT LinkVue system. The partnership will result in the creation of a pre-installed, 360-degree trailer visibility solution for fleet operations in North America. Samsara’s Camera Connector system enables wireless video transmission from Hyundai Translead’s LinkVue system directly to the vehicle cab, eliminating the need for r...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/20

ow crosstalk using its original polymer material and manufacturing method. By forming a branch circuit, optical signal branching and coupling functions can be readily implemented with high accuracy. A polymer optical waveguide can be connected to an optical device or optical fiber by a micro mirror connector. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on March 19, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/19

Huawei opens first charging point for EV trucks in Mexico On February 26, Huawei Digital Power inaugurated the first charging center for electric trucks in Mexico and Latin America.   Located in Tultitlán, State of Mexico, the facility features 12 charging stands with multiple connector types, accommodating vehicles from European, American, and Chinese manufacturers. This is especially important for Chinese trucks, which have faced greater chal...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/28

r July 14. Dealers will be able to submit orders starting on April 17. The model line includes two variants: the short-wheelbase 400 and the long-wheelbase 600. No major changes are expected for the 2026 Chevy BrightDrop other than the integration of a native North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector rather than the Combined Charging System (CCS) port that GM EVs currently use. A native NACS port would eliminate the need for an adapter to...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/25

s. A 20-module battery pack utilizing GM Ultium battery tech is standard, and the Pickup in the 3X trim is available with a 24-module battery pack. No major changes are expected for the 2026 model year of the GMC Hummer EV, other than the addition of a native North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector rather than the Combined Charging System (CCS) port. GM previously said the 2025 models would have a NACS port, but pushed that timeline to ...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/20

n allows for easy integration into different vehicle architectures. Made of impact-resistant polycarbonate, this lamp operates in a temperature range of -40°C to +60°C. It is available in both ECE and SAE versions, which comply with European and US market standards, respectively. It also offers 2 connector variants: the FEP and DEUTSCH DT connectors. With this new LED combination lamp, the SlimLine product family now covers all relevant front l...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06

atively on the fast-growing range of new generation 1000V NACS chargers. CCS1 to NACS and SAE J1772 to NACS adapters are also included with the Lucid Gravity, and the CCS1 adapter is the first rated to charge at 500A with 1000V. The adapter enables charging at up to 400 kW through the standard NACS connector with a CCS1 connector at a fast charger. To enable superlative charging performance, Lucid developed and patented an innovative technology e...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/29

Alexander Dennis showcases Enviro100AEV autonomous ebus for Cambridge Connector Project, UK On January 27, Alexander Dennis completed the first Enviro100AEV autonomous electric bus for the Connector project in Cambridge, UK. The project is led by the Greater Cambridge Partnership and backed by Innovate UK, which includes Alexander Dennis, Fusion Processing, IPG Automotive, dRISK, and Gamma Energy. It is partly funded by the UK Government’s Cent...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/28