NOVOSENSE expands automotive functional safety portfolio for EV vehicles On May 14, NOVOSENSE Microelectronics announced that it has expanded its SafeNovo portfolio to support the increasing complexity of electrified vehicle technologies, including powertrain, chassis, ADAS, and automated driving applications. The NSI6911F isolated gate driver, designed for traction inverters, onboard chargers, and DC-DC converters, offers high switching performa...

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cles are designed with a spacious and comfortable interior, featuring an extended 2,700 mm wheelbase and flexible storage options for both daily driving and long trips. The model will be equipped with a 13.2-inch display, a 540° surround-view camera system, and advanced driver assistance features (ADAS). The TENET PLUS vehicles will be produced at AGR Automotive Group factories, with the lineup mainly focusing on compact and mid-size crossovers...

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e production share of this product can be increased by 2030. In addition, we have independently developed cooperative steering control software (Pairdriver) as a high value-added software solution in anticipation of the future growth area of SBW. It is positioned as an open software platform for AD/ADAS (Autonomous Driving / Advanced Driver Assistance System) and has the characteristic of being deployable on any hardware platform. We will propose...

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, batteries, components, and charging systems. The discussion also highlighted the global shift toward ACES mobility (autonomous, connected, electric, and shared systems), reshaping industry competition as software, electronics, battery management systems, and Intelligent Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) gain importance over traditional mechanical components. (From Thailand BOI press release dated May 14, 2026)...

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combining its next-generation hybrid system with the next-generation platform and newly-developed electric AWD unit, the company will strive to improve the fuel economy of the next-generation hybrid model by more than 10%. Honda is making progress, as planned, in the development of next-generation ADAS with plans for the market launch in 2028. Honda is planning to apply its next-generation ADAS to more than 15 models over a five-year period. Hon...

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d automatic transmission and standard Intelligent All-Wheel Drive.  The advanced VC-Turbo engine seamlessly adjusts its compression ratio to optimize for performance or efficiency as the driver demands, resulting in EPA fuel estimates of 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined. QX65 offers ADAS tech that includes standard Predictive Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Blind Spot Intervention, Lane Departure Prevention, High Be...

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GM-UMTRI study confirms ADAS tech reduces crashes, injuries On May 8, GM announced that new research from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) confirms the measurable progress of the advanced safety features in GM vehicles. GM’s safety and driver assistance features that come standard in U.S. models, even those under USD 30,000, include at a minimum: Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Kee...

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Valeo wins VSS360 ADAS system order for commercial vehicles from leading OEM in India Valeo Group (Valeo) announced that it will supply Valeo Smart Safety 360 (VSS360) system for ADAS functions in commercial vehicles to an Indian OEM. It will be manufactured at Valeo’s facility in Sanand, Gujarat. The new version of VSS360 is designed specifically for the Indian market to meet the upcoming General Safety Regulation. The scalable 1-box ADAS solu...

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lable system architecture suitable for deployment across multiple vehicle lines and global markets Powered by Aptiv’s proprietary antenna and silicon design, Aptiv’s Gen 8 radar delivers the class-leading performance and high-resolution sensing needed to support AI- and machine learning-powered ADAS capabilities. (Aptiv release on May 12, 2026)...

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u-blox, Switzerland, expands automotive GNSS portfolio for ADAS and safety critical deployment On May 12, u-blox announced the expansion of its automotive GNSS portfolio with the launch of two highly specialized modules: the ZED-X20K and the ZED-A20K.  Both modules feature pin-to-pin compatibility, enabling platform flexibility and simplifying product development. The ZED-X20K is designed for mass-market ADAS L3 and TCU/IVI applications, deliver...

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Toyota’s all-new RAV4 with Arene enables both software and hardware upgrades, signaling shift away from traditional one-time sales model Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) has made it possible to add hardware, such as sensors, to enhance the advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) functions of the new RAV4 after purchase. The RAV4 is the first to use Toyota’s proprietary software platform, Arene, which makes it easy to improve performance and...

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s of the system include: •    A redesigned 14-inch touchscreen features faster response times, crisp graphics, and customizable home screen widgets for navigation, audio, weather, drive modes, and connected devices.•    A new Quick Control Menu provides easy access to Bluetooth, brightness, ADAS settings, and display preferences.•    Lexus introduces its first AT&T 5G integration, delivering faster connectivity and expanded features a...

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n of EUR 40 million. With primary operations in Belgium and Portugal, this product line includes intelligent, high-performance CMOS image sensors for a broad range of industrial, automation, and physical AI applications.  This portfolio of products, IP, and designs aligns with indie’s automotive ADAS sensing solutions and further strengthens its sensing capabilities across radar, vision, LiDAR, and ultrasonic. The transaction is expected to cl...

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t's fastest-growing segments. Price starts from MYR 99,900.00 for the ICE variant and MYR 109,900.00 for the HEV variant. Designed for urban environments, the SUV will be locally assembled at Toyota's Bukit Raja plant and features the Toyota Safety Sense suite of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Its overall dimensions are (LWH) 4,310 x 1,770 x 1,615 mm and a wheelbase of 2,620 mm. The ICE variant is powered by a 2NR-VE in-line 4-cylinde...

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Tesla Model Y first model to pass NHTSA’s new ADAS tests On May 7, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that the later release 2026 Tesla Model Y is the first vehicle model to satisfactorily pass the agency’s new benchmark tests for vehicles with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).  Tesla Model Y vehicles, manufactured on or after November 12, 2025, successfully met...

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nology announced that it has taped out a VibroSense engineering chip featuring an analog neuromorphic core for tire friction monitoring. It is developed in cooperation with GlobalFoundries. The milestone accelerates the adoption of intelligent, physics-aware sensing technologies for next-generation ADAS and autonomous driving. VibroSense is designed to operate in conjunction with a TPMS SoC, using accelerometer vibration signals to monitor tire...

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aunch in South Africa in the second half of 2026 with ICE and hybrid options. The vehicle uses OMODA’s “Cyber Mecha” design, giving it a bold and futuristic look. Its design details include sharp front lighting and sculpted body lines. Interior, it features a smart cockpit-style layout and 16 ADAS features. The car will also include an AI voice assistant based on a large language model, offering more personalised features such as mood-based...

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s a 58.3 kWh battery and a WLTP range of 435 km. In its hybrid configuration, the ORA 5 delivers a total output of 164 kW and 476 Nm of torque. It has a 1.5 Turbo 110 kW (150 hp) engine with an electric motor of 140 kW (190 hp). The Coffee Pilot Ultra system represents the third generation of GWM's ADAS and integrates 23 functions for active safety and driving support. Based on GWM press release...

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Auto China 2026: ThunderSoft introduces AquaDrive AIOS 2.1. for “AI-Defined Vehicles” On April 28, ThunderSoft officially unveiled AquaDrive AIOS 2.1 at Auto China 2026. It represents the industry's first unified experience architecture consolidating cockpit, autonomous driving (ADAS), navigation, and AI Agents, marking a pivotal paradigm shift from Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV) to AI-Defined Vehicles (AIDV). Built on a full-stack AI-native...

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CLA 250+ Long Range begin from the end of April 2026, while the CLA 200 Standard Range begins from June 2026. The CLA BEV is the first Mercedes-Benz to debut MB. OS (Mercedes-Benz Operating System) in the country and features NVIDIA AI chips capable of 508 trillion operations per second. It offers ADAS Level 2 as standard, upgradeable via OTA to Level 2+ with Steering Assist etc. The company also introduced an industry-first high-voltage battery...

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