Mercedes-Benz Trucks Brazil showcases updated Axor lineup at SAE Brazil 2025 On October 6, Mercedes-Benz Trucks Brazil announced the participation of its recently launched Novo Axor at the 32nd SAE BRASIL International Mobility Congress and Exhibition, held in São Paulo. The Novo Axor lineup features the BlueTec 6 technology, compliant with Proconve P8 (Euro 6) standards, significantly cutting nitrogen oxide and particulate emissions. The model ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/08

Opel and TU Darmstadt, Germany develop innovative lighting system for autonomous vehicle safety On September 23, Opel, Stellantis, and TU Darmstadt announced that they will showcase a special Opel Grandland at the International Symposium on Automotive Lighting (ISAL) in Darmstadt, Germany. The test car demonstrates how future SAE Level 3 autonomous vehicles could use lighting to communicate with pedestrians and other road users. In collaboration ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

power optimization enables operation at just 3.5W under a junction temperature of 125 °C, meeting the demands for thermal management and energy consumption.  Its integrated MCU with embedded hardware security island enables functional safety up to ASIL-B and ASIL-D standards. The toolchain is ISO/SAE 21434-compliant. Production-grade ADAS support includes an 8MP mono front-view system (backward-compatible with 2MP sensors) and a 5R5V integrated...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/14

limousine with the practicality of an MPV. It is launching in 2026 and provides seating for up to eight people. It will be the first model on Mercedes’ new scalable van platform. Test drives of electric and hybrid models in the IAA Experience showcase the latest tech i.e. MB.DRIVE ASSIST PRO with SAE Level 2 urban driving assistance, and DRIVE PILOT which is the world’s fastest Level 3 automated driving system. MB.DRIVE ASSIST PRO will be ava...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

Innoviz, Israel, wins new business for LiDAR units for Level 4 autonomous class-8 semi-trucks On September 8, Innoviz Technologies Ltd. announced that it has been selected as a future series production supplier by a major commercial vehicle OEM to supply advanced LiDAR units for SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) Level 4 autonomous class-8 semi-trucks. Innoviz plans to supply the first units of its InnovizTwo sensors to support the OEM's data ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

Detroit Auto Show announces partnership with SAE International for 2026 On September 4, the Detroit Auto Show announced that SAE International will co-sponsor, with the Detroit Auto Dealers Association, the Media and Industry Days at the 2026 Detroit Auto Show, enhancing the show’s connection to the automotive industry.  SAE International engages nearly 200,000 engineers, technical experts, volunteers, and students globally to advance safe, cl...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/06

ards to deliver secure, software-defined vehicles. Recent members of the Automotive Task Force include AIST, Cariad (Volkswagen), Dekra, ETAS, Linaro, Rambus, Renesas, Stellantis, Uni-sentry, and Woven by Toyota. The Automotive Task Force recently aligned specifications with the new addendum of the SAE J3101 Hardware Protected Security Environment automotive cybersecurity standard (J3101-5). It provides OEMs with confidence that components in the...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/05

perators. Selected guests can even join autonomous test rides in Munich. At the Summit, MOIA will present its end-to-end system for self-driving mobility. The AI-driven software manages fleets in real time, assists passengers, ensures safety, and connects easily with booking apps. It also meets key SAE Level 4 rules, including remote supervision and handling of emergencies. MOIA also supports operators through “Operator Enablement,” which cov...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

IAA Mobility 2025: Bosch to showcase hardware and software solutions for future mobility Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) will present its latest hardware and software solutions for connected and intelligent transportation systems at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany. Highlights include the ADAS product family for assisted driving and parking up to SAE Level 2; multi-purpose camera; SX600 and SX601 radar sensors; MEMS inertial sensors; TB293 and TB19...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

ures the quick connector at its plant in St. Clair, Michigan, and will deliver to a tier customer in the US. The eM Safe quick connector includes a flow-optimized geometry to support a consistent pressure level of the cooling fluid. The quick connector was designed according to the standards of the SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers). With two sealing O-rings, the connector offers redundancy, helping to prevent leaks. In the assembly process, t...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

ADASTEC introduces SAE Level-4 automated bus in Michigan State University ADASTEC Corp. has launched the SAE Level-4 automated electric bus at Michigan State University, marking a milestone in autonomous public transportation in the U.S. The bus, named SpartanXpress, operates on a 5.12-mile campus route and is fully compliant with FMVSS and ADA standards. Using ADASTEC’s flowride.ai software and integrated C-V2X infrastructure, it navigates mix...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

directly embeds safety and security requirements into the final product. Based on the QNX Software Development Platform 8.0, QOS 8.0 is a hard real-time operating system. It is certified for global safety and security standards including ISO 26262 ASIL-D, IEC 61508 SIL3, IEC 62304 Class C, and ISO/SAE 21434. QOS 8.0 also features artifacts that streamline the development of safety- and security-critical systems. The updated QOS release upgrades ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/21

Torc collaborates with Edge Case to advance commercialization of autonomous trucks Torc Robotics announced a new strategic collaboration with Edge Case, a technical partner for advanced technologies and safety-critical systems, to further development of SAE Level 4 autonomous trucks for long-haul applications. The collaboration will help ensure that Torc’s driverless safety case aligns with applicable AVSC Best Practices and guidance from the O...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/20

Guident to deploy MiCa autonomous shuttles in Florida city Guident has partnered with the City of Boca Raton, Florida, to launch an autonomous shuttle public transportation service in fall 2025. The initial route will run a 0.6-mile loop within Mizner Park, with plans to expand to a 2.6-mile loop reaching Royal Palm Place. The one-year pilot, operated with Circuit Transit, will feature the MiCa SAE Level 4 fully autonomous electric shuttle, devel...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/14

Bosch launches advanced radar SoCs to boost ADAS performance On July 29, Bosch introduced two new system-on-chips (SoCs), the SX600 and SX601, designed to power the next generation of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). Built on 22nm RF CMOS technology, the chips combine high computing power with improved object detection range and resolution. Both SoCs enable key SAE Level 2+ functions such as automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Aeva collaborate on L2+ safety solutions On July 31, Aeva, a leader in sensing and perception systems, announced a collaboration with Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, the North American leader in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) for commercial vehicles, focused on SAE Level 2+ active safety and collision mitigation solutions for Class 8 trucks. Through this collaboration, Bendix and Aeva aim to integr...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/01

MHP, Germany partners with Amazon Web Services to launch new DIN Standard for EV battery digital twins On July 25, MHP, a Porsche subsidiary, partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and another partner, to develop a new DIN specification for digital twins of EV batteries. Called DIN SAE SPEC 91487:2025-08, it was published on July 25, 2025, after nearly two and a half years of development. This new standard defines common terms and features for ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/28

its production capacity to up to 200,000 LiDAR units annually, with the goal of supporting multiple customers including Daimler Truck. The expanded partnership builds on the selection of Aeva as the production LiDAR supplier for Torc Robotics, an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, and its SAE Level 4 autonomous Freightliner Cascadia trucks, which are now operating on public roads in Texas. Aeva’s unique Frequency Modulated Continuous ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

2017 and relies on cameras, sensors, GPS and lidar-based map data, currently controls speed, allows for hands-free steering with adaptive cruise control, and can initiate lane changes within geofenced areas on divided and non-divided roads. GM is testing a new system with Level 3 automation, which SAE International considers the bottom range of “autonomous.”  (Detroit Free Press article on July 8, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

tions. These include innovations in lighting electronics, sensor data processing and monetization, and the Traffic Rules Engine (TRE), which debuted as a conceptual innovation at CES 2024 in Las Vegas. The TRE, developed in close cooperation with TÜV Rheinland, monitors whether automated vehicles (SAE Level 3 and above) comply with applicable regulations, traffic laws, and case law based on sensor and map data. The software module will be integr...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/27