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

LG presents satellite-based connected car solution in 2025 5GAA Conference in France LG Electronics (LG) showcased its cutting-edge Internet of Things - Non-Terrestrial Networks (IoT-NTN) technology at the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) conference in Paris, France, from May 12 to 15. The highlight of the event was a live demonstration conducted throughout Paris, featuring a vehicle equipped with next-generation IoT-NTN-based Telematics Control ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/16

Tata Motors, India introduces new Altroz hatchback with enhanced features On May 12, Tata Motors announced the facelift of the Tata Altroz hatchback. The latest model features design changes including reprofiled body lines, a 3D front grille, flush door handles, luminate LED headlamps, and LED tail lamps with connected elements. The interior sees structural revisions with the addition of a redesigned dashboard, referred to as the Grand Prestigia,...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

Harman unveils open-source complete connected services platform with Eclipse Foundation Harman International Industries, Inc. (Harman) has become one of the first to open-source a full connected services platform to boost the development of software-defined vehicles (SDVs). The platform is now publicly available through the Eclipse Connected Services Platform (ECSP) project, which is already being used in large-scale production by carmakers and l...

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uce traffic, simplify toll payments across the U.S., and improve the driving experience. Based on the SAE J3217 C-V2X standard, the system could also be used for other services such as parking, offering secure and accurate payment options. The new system will allow toll alerts to appear directly on car screens, removing compatibility issues and helping reduce delays at toll booths. It may also offer special deals to connected vehicle users. The t...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: Parkopedia, UK and ThunderSoft, China partner on connected car services On April 24, Parkopedia, and ThunderSoft, announced a partnership at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show. The collaboration will integrate Parkopedia's parking, charging, in-car payment, indoor mapping, and automated parking services into ThunderSoft's AI-native vehicle OS, "Aqua OS". In China, Aqua OS will leverage Parkopedia's static and dynamic parking data, in...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/28

Auto Shanghai 2025: ZF presents connected chassis and range extender for e-drives ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) presented its products and solutions for the passenger car and commercial vehicle (CV) industry at Auto Shanghai 2025. It displayed the connected chassis concept, Chassis 2.0, that features by-wire technologies and ZF’s chassis-specific cubiX software, ensuring all actuators, such as steering, brakes and dampers, work together smoothly i...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: HERE Technologies and ECARX partner to launch next-gen in-car navigation for Chinese OEMs HERE Technologies announced a strategic partnership with ECARX to develop a new-generation navigation system with multi-scenario adaptability for leading Chinese automakers. The production-ready solution, along with a demo, will debut at Auto Shanghai 2025. It integrates the HERE SDK AI-powered navigation platform, which supports complian...

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Kia introduces AI-powered voice assistant across Europe, starting with EV3 On April 17, Kia announced that it is launching its AI-powered voice assistant, called AI Assistant, across Europe, following its introduction in the Korean and US markets last year. The AI Assistant enables users to talk to their Kia in a natural, conversational way and helps them easily access and understand their car’s features. The AI Assistant understands voice comm...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Auto Shanghai 2025: VW’s CARIAD to unveil digital innovation in China with new SDVs and CEA platform On April 14, CARIAD announced that Volkswagen is focusing on digital tech with Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), upgrading all its China models with advanced features. The shift is built on a new platform called China Electronic Architecture (CEA), created by CARIAD China, VCTC (Volkswagen Group China Technology Company), and XPeng. At Auto Shan...

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Opel Mokka upgraded infotainment system with Snapdragon Tech and ChatGPT On April 9, Stellantis equipped the new-generation Opel Mokka with Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon Cockpit and Auto Connectivity Platforms. This enhances graphics, multimedia, and connectivity, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 4G. The updated infotainment system improves the Mokka’s in-car experience with a 10-inch touchscreen that comes as standard and a digital driver disp...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/11

torque. The vehicle supports ultra-fast charging, capable of replenishing from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes using a 350kW fast charger. Available exclusively in a GT Line variant with all-wheel drive, the new EV6 incorporates 15 significant upgrades over its predecessor. Its cabin also features a connected car navigation system with dual 12.3-inch panoramic curved displays.  The model introduces Kia Connect 2.0 with remote vehicle diagnostics ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/26

raging 1,000+ patents yearly and ranking first in 2019, 2020, 2023, and 2024. The patents cover across key areas: Powertrains: advancements in EVs, hybrid, and hydrogen tech, batteries, fuel cells to increase efficiency and cut emissions. Digital and Connectivity: infotainment, remote diagnostics, Car-to-X, OTA updates, human-machine interfaces, and connected services. Safety and Driving Aids: Advanced systems for safer and more intuitive drivin...

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CPCA expects March passenger car retail sales volumes to total 1.85 million units On March 21, the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) announced that the March 2025 retail sales volumes of passenger cars (including sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, excluding minivans) and New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) are expected to total 1.85 million units (up 9.1% year-over-year) and 1 million units, respectively. According to the CPCA, in March, a traditional peak seas...

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Rivian’s new technology to power Volkswagen ID.EVERY1 On March 20, Rivian Automotive’s CSO announced that the ID.EVERY1 model will be the first Volkswagen Group vehicle to use Rivian’s clean-sheet technology stack. It will feature a single-zone electrical system that lowers costs while offering a range of connected car features, making advanced technology available to everyone. The electric vehicle is set to launch in 2027. Based on social ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/21

ves designed to foster collaboration and accelerate advancements in automotive technology. Both companies will expand their exchange of expertise, focusing on areas such as software-defined vehicles, autonomous driving, and next-generation safety systems, further accelerating developments in smart, connected mobility. FPT and Subaru will engage in an Expert Exchange Program, with FPT’s technical experts being sent to Subaru’s car plants in Gu...

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eport from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) showed that local vehicle sales noted a 2.9% YoY increase in February 2025 to 39,164 units. The commercial vehicle segment recorded sales of 31,010 units, while passenger car sales reached 8,154 units.In the first 2 months of 2025, CAMPI – TMA noted vehicle sales of 76,768 units, an increase of 6.4% YoY. Commercial ve...

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Tuxera, Finland presents data storage and networking solutions for connected car and EV architectures On March 9, Tuxera, a leading provider of high-quality data storage management software and networking technologies, announced its expansion into connected car and electric vehicle (EV) architectures. Tuxera’s products meet the needs of next-generation architectures, V2X communications, and EV battery and powertrain systems by ensuring flash me...

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China Passenger Car Association analysis of production, sales volumes for February 2025 The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) announced the production and sales volumes of passenger cars (including sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, excluding minivans) for February 2025. China passenger car production and sales volumes in February 2025 Retail February retail sales volumes of passenger cars totaled 1.386 million units, reflecting a year-over-year (y/y) ...

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HARMAN selects Ivalua software to enhance supply chain efficiency with AI On March 10, Ivalua, a global leader in cloud-based, Spend Management software powered by AI agents, announced that HARMAN has selected Ivalua to digitize its Source-to-Contract (S2C) operations for direct materials spend. HARMAN designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audi...

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