ith 106 Ah cells in a Mercedes-Benz EQS test vehicle. Stellantis-lab testing verified 77Ah cells demonstrating high energy density, fast charging, and robust performance across temperature extremes. Beyond passenger vehicles, Factorial is expanding into high-growth robotics, defense, aerospace, and drone or UAV market applications. (Factorial release on December 17, 2025) ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/19

JLR trials advanced drone technology to boost factory efficiency and safety On December 3, JLR began trialling drone technology at its Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre (EPMC) in Wolverhampton, reducing machinery and site inspection time by up to 95%. The drones can reach high and confined areas, allowing teams to inspect equipment safely from the ground without using elevated platforms. It provides a live 3D map to spot and fix issues. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

and tractors. The eDeliver RoboVAN supports 24-hour operations and comes with an intelligent V2X (Vehicle to Everything) network that enables automatic order reception and optimal route planning. The eDeliver RoboBUS, with a panoramic transparent body, intelligent dimming glass, and a collaborative drone system, has broken through the functions of a conventional shuttle bus. SAIC Maxus will collaborate with CATL for unmanned battery swapping oper...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/26

Modal Motors raises USD 2 million for non-rare-earth motor production in Michigan On November 4, Modal Motors announced it has closed the first tranche of a USD 2 million seed funding round to support manufacturing of its electric motors at facilities in Michigan. The company makes non-rare-earth hub motors, drone propulsion systems and robotic actuators. The funding will enable Modal Motors to move from R&D and prototyping to full-scale producti...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/06

Toyota explores use of drone system with off-road vehicles in U.S. On October 7, Toyota Motor Corp. said it is exploring the development of a small drone system primarily to support vehicle operations on unpaved roads and trails, in a filing with the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).  Toyota said that the potential system aims to boost situational awareness in places where it is unsafe to exit the vehicle. “By providing the driver wi...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/17

tem failures. By addressing these issues early, the plant prevents about 60% of energy loss, saving six-figure sums annually and avoiding costly breakdowns. Future uses for “Aris” may include monitoring escape routes or building a digital twin of the plant. Alongside the robo-dog, an autonomous drone will count empty containers on-site, reducing routine tasks for employees by using AI to recognize and track load carriers by their shape and si...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

on isolation performance is improved by 32%, significantly reducing bumpiness. Cabin: The central domain controller enables vehicle-road coordination and automatic trailer parking. It connects to ecosystems such as Tencent and Amap to enable scenario-based functions such as warehouse monitoring and drone coordination. From a SAIC Maxus press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/12

gency needs, the partners developed nearly 20 connected tools to: Predict emergencies more accurately using real-time data analysis Improve response with easy-to-use, integrated equipment Enhance communication with teams and the public through fast, targeted messages Key equipment in the system: Drones: Long-range (Thales) and short-range (Parrot) drones with cameras help monitor and relay live info from the field. Connected Street Furniture: ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/13

r simultaneous use of several high-power electrical appliances. The M817 makes the debut of Huawei’s HarmonySpace 5 cockpit and ADS (Advanced Driving System) 4 solution to unlock P2P (Parking to Parking), an all-scenario intelligent driver assistance feature. It is equipped with a vehicle-mounted drone system with a supporting remote controller, ecosystem, and mobile application for one-touch execution of different instructions. From M-Hero pre...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

with the God’s Eye B (DiPilot 300) LiDAR-based advanced intelligent driving solution composed of an Nvidia high-computing-power chip, a highly perceptive LiDAR, and a forward trinocular camera, enabling CNOA (City Navigate on Autopilot). For all variants, the Lingyuan intelligent vehicle-mounted drone system is optional. From a BYD press release and information on the BYD website 1/2...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

with prices ranging from CNY 133,800 to CNY 193,800. With a hardcore yet trendy exterior design, the Titanium 3 presents a strong technological sense. The model contains an ultra-large 151L front trunk and a panoramic sunroof. It measures 4,605mm long, 1,900mm wide, and 1,720mm (1,930mm for the 4WD Drone variant) high, with a wheelbase of 2,745mm. The Titanium 3 is based on the Evo+ intelligent platform. Powered by a single 160kW/310Nm permanent ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/21

ed hybrid power-type blade battery completes the powertrains, with respective CLTC electric-mode ranges of 215km, 200km, and 175km and respective fuel consumption of 4.9L/100km, 5.6L/100km, and 6L/100km at the lowest state-of-charge. The top variant features the Lingyuan intelligent vehicle-mounted drone system. The Tang L comes standard with the DiLink 150 advanced intelligent cockpit, which supports all-scenario AI voice interaction. The model ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/17

istry R&D line, and a low volume solid-state polymer R&D line, and will continue to ramp up its engineering staff for full production and to execute this technology in early 2026. The Enpower EGI SWIFT SSB is intended for use in commercial vehicles, aerospace, marine, material handling, medical and drone applications. EGI is headquartered in the U.S. with operations also in Japan, China and Germany. (Mullen Automotive release on April 9, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/10

a hardcore yet trendy exterior design, the Titanium 3 presents a strong technological sense. The model offers four exterior and two interior color schemes, and contains an ultra-large 151L front trunk and a panoramic sunroof. It measures 4,605mm long, 1,900mm wide, and 1,720mm (1,930mm for the 4WD Drone variant) high, with a wheelbase of 2,745mm. The Titanium 3 comes standard with the God’s Eye C (DiPilot 100) trinocular camera-based advanced ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

vanced intelligent driving solution with 32 sensors including 1 LiDAR, 5 millimeter-wave radars, and 12 cameras, supporting features such as APA (Automated Parking Assist), LDA (Lane Departure Assist), and intelligent vehicle finding. Optionally available is the Lingyuan intelligent vehicle-mounted drone system. From BYD press releases 1/2 and information on the Denza website...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/25

BYD introduces intelligent vehicle-mounted drone system with DJI On March 2, BYD and DJI hosted a launch conference in Shenzhen to introduce the Lingyuan intelligent vehicle-mounted drone system. The name of the system implies that it not only boasts the vision of an eagle, but features flexibility and intelligence as well. Unlocking the integration between vehicles and drones, the Lingyuan system will fully cover BYD’s model portfolio. The bat...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/11

a’s military. U.S. lawmakers had pushed the Pentagon throughout 2024 to add certain Chinese companies, including CATL, which supplies Tesla, led by Trump ally Elon Musk. The list of 134 companies also includes tech giant Tencent Holdings, chip maker Changxin Memory Technologies, Quectel Wireless, drone maker Autel Robotics and China's largest shipping company, COSCO Shipping Holdings. Though the Chinese military company designation in the list,...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/09

hina (MIIT), the Titanium 3 measures 4,605mm long, 1,900mm wide, and 1,720mm or 1,930mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,745mm. The model is equipped with front 110kW AC asynchronous and rear 200kW permanent magnet synchronous motors, delivering a top speed of 201km/h. Some variants are available with a drone compartment. From BYD press releases 1/2 and information on the MIIT website 1/2...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/13

al, Taito Ward, Tokyo) aims to expand the application of benzoxazine-based resin, which has high impact and flame resistance and is used as a carbon fiber-reinforced plastics (CFRP) material. It has already been used in electronic materials, but the company intends to introduce it to automobile and drone components. It will also consider expanding application to electric vehicles (EVs), aircraft, and flying cars. Benzoxazine is a material that is...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/07

Automotive parts technology being utilized to realize lightweight, high strength drone bodies Drone bodies and parts generally utilize lightweight high tensile carbon fibers (CFs) or easily processed aluminum. Kyowa MFG Inc. (Kyowa MFG, Hekinan City, Aichi Prefecture) has been producing drone parts using carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRPs). According to the company’s representative, CFRPs are light, strong, and excellent in anti-corrosion ...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/10