Turing succeeds in VLA model-based autonomous driving on public roads for first time in Japan Turing Inc. (Turing), a developer of autonomous driving systems based in Ota Ward, Tokyo, announced that it has successfully conducted public-road testing of autonomous vehicles using a Vision-Language-Action (VLA) model, a form of physical AI. This marks the first public-road trial in Japan using a VLA model. The VLA model integrates visual information ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Skoda unveils new Peaq Electric SUV with over 600 km of range On March 23, Skoda Auto unveiled the new fully electric Peaq SUV in camouflaged version, inspired by the Vision 7S concept. It will be built on the MEB platform and produced in Mlada Boleslav, Czech Republic. The model is available with three powertrain options: 60, 90, and 90x, which generate outputs from 150 kW to 220 kW. The 90 and 90x versions offer over 600 km of range and can cha...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

bles, industrial/medical devices, and automotive equipment. Through their joint exhibit, Yokowo and Yonezawa Bussan demonstrated how traditional material processing techniques and modern connector engineering can intersect to create innovative mmWave solutions. Their collaboration reflects a shared vision to advance high frequency connectivity technologies and expand their industrial applications. Q1. Do you foresee this compact connector and fle...

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standing strategy of pursuing disruptive technologies. Several other automakers and technology firms are also exploring humanoid robots, though few have committed manufacturing resources to the same scale as Tesla. Optimus development and viability The Optimus robot runs on the same AI and computer vision systems as Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software stack. Leveraging this existing architecture could significantly reduce development time,...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

sibility issues caused by things such as glare, dust, or airborne obstructions. According to NHTSA, the system may also fail to properly warn drivers when camera performance is compromised. The probe is also reexamining Tesla’s shift away from radar and toward a camera-only system, known as Tesla Vision, which took place in mid-2021. While Tesla did implement a degradation-detection system intended to monitor sensor performance, NHTSA is now in...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/21

Blue Bird delivers 62 low-emission propane buses to Virginia school district On March 18, Blue Bird Corp. announced that Prince William County Public Schools received  62 Blue Bird Vision Propane school buses today at its Brentsville facility.  Six weeks after receiving a propane school bus demonstrator to the school district, PWCPS placed its order, bringing propane buses to its fleet for the first time. Each of the Blue Bird Vision Propane 72...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

ith high energy density employing CTP (cell to pack) technology, leading to weight reduction and cost savings, along with new digital systems such as Panoramic iDrive (the latest generation of BMW's display and operating concept, including a 17.9-inch central display), the newly developed Panoramic Vision display system extending from A-pillar to A-pillar at the bottom of the windshield, 3D head-up display and the “Heart of Joy,” which contro...

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ual Cockpit Plus, MMI Navigation Plus with touch response, a Bang & Olufsen 3D Sound System with 17 speakers and 730 W output, and park assist plus with 360‑degree cameras. Its safety features comprise eight airbags, cruise control with speed limiter, and Audi Pre Sense Basic, with optional night vision assist, head‑up display, and lane departure warning. Based on the Audi India press release...

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[Exclusive Interview] TPR’s Global Vision and Challenge Toward Next-Generation Technologies Amid growing uncertainty in the automotive industry driven by geopolitical risks and the transition toward electrification, how can major component suppliers chart a path forward? In an exclusive interview, TPR Co., Ltd. (TPR) Chairman and CEO Hiroshi Suehiro shared insights into the company’s global strategy across 13 countries, its direction in key m...

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drivebuddyAI, India secures patent for in-vehicle facial recognition for commercial drivers On March 12, India-based drivebuddyAI received a patent for an AI-powered in-vehicle facial recognition system that identifies drivers inside moving commercial vehicles and tracks their driving hours in real time. The computer-vision system is designed to work in dynamic cabin conditions, replacing conventional key-based ID methods that fleets say can be i...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

Volkswagen Group annual conference 2026 Q&A: Strengthening cost efficiency while navigating regulatory and global market changes On March 10, Volkswagen Group held the Annual Media, Analyst and Investor Conference. The event was presented by Mr. Oliver Blume CEO and Mr. Arno Antlitz CFO & COO. Main Q&As Q1. What specific cost cutting measures are you considering to meet the Vision 2030 targets? A. [Oliver Blume CEO] Over the past three years we h...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

ard with an AI cockpit powered by an MT8676 high-performance chip, as well as one Turing AI Chip (effective computing power 750TOPS) enabling features such as NGP (Navigation Guided Pilot) and customized parking. Optionally available are the Ultra SE and Ultra upgrade kits, both supporting the VLA (Vision-Language-Action‌) 2.0 model scheduled for full rollout in April. The two upgrade kits contain two and three Turing AI Chips (total computing ...

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leet expansion plan. The vehicles, sold through Suécia Veículos, were bodied by Comil and will operate on long-distance interstate routes, some exceeding 3,000 km. The new Volvo coaches are equipped with the latest generation Active Safety System (SSA), aligned with Volvo’s “Zero Accidents” vision. Features include front blind spot alert, traffic sign assistant, driver fatigue detection, side blind spot warning, collision warning with eme...

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GM to introduce Cadillac brand in Brazil On March 5, GM announced the introduction of Cadillac in Brazil, marking the company’s entry into the luxury vehicle segment in the country and expanding its presence into higher value-added categories. Brazil will become the first market in South America to receive the brand, reinforcing the country’s strategic role within GM’s regional long-term vision. The announcement comes ahead of Cadillac’s ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

uilt, mass‑produced Robotaxi GXRs by 2026. The vehicle model is scheduled to roll off the production line in Q3. With the addition of the 2,000 new Robotaxi GXRs, WeRide’s global operating Robotaxi fleet scale is expected to exceed 2,600 units this year, marking steady progress towards the 2030 vision of tens of thousands of Robotaxis. Adopting WeRide’s latest GEN8 autonomous driving system, the new Robotaxi GXR delivers a substantial upgra...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

high-voltage middle-nickel (HVM) precursors that take performance and cost competitiveness into consideration. In addition, the South Korean company will position its sulfide-based electrolyte material business for all-solid-state batteries as a new growth pillar and present a medium- to long-term vision for becoming a core material manufacturer for next-generation secondary batteries. Also, ahead of the exhibition, the company won an InterBatte...

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elerate the “multi-pathway strategy”, which pursues various options such as electric vehicles (EVs), fuel-cell vehicles (FCVs), and hybrid vehicles (HVs), in cooperation with private companies, and invest in digital fields including semiconductors, software, and autonomous driving. As for the revision of nine automobile-related taxes (JPY 9 trillion per year), the Prime Minister also suggested that the ruling party’s Research Commission on ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

ating how predictive AI can help anticipate risk before an incident occurs, supporting safer decisions by human operators in complex, live traffic environments. Powered by Nexar's Real-World Data Engine, BADAS learns from ground-truth driving behaviors captured across one of the largest distributed vision networks on US roads. For Vay, AI-powered capabilities and vision data help Remote Drivers anticipate risks earlier and drive more safely. This...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

XPeng unveils VLA 2.0 model scheduled for push from late March On March 2, XPeng unveiled the VLA (Vision-Language-Action‌) 2.0 model, a leapfrog from Level 2 to Level 4-oriented intelligent driving features. VLA 2.0, a native multimodal physical world large model, boasts versatility. Not only does the model serve as an autonomous driving model, but it can also be applied to Robotaxis, flying cars, and humanoid robots. The CEO of XPeng referred...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

the brand’s international development. The concept therefore signals not only a design study, but also a concrete step in Renault’s expansion strategy in high-growth markets. Derived from the English word “bridge,” the name Bridger evokes robustness and connection, aligning with Renault’s vision of “voitures à vivre”. Full details of the Bridger Concept will be disclosed during the presentation of Renault Group’s futuREady strate...

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