Acconeer, Sweden, to supply kick sensor solutions to Japanese OEM On March 3, Acconeer announced that it will supply an A121 Pulsed Coherent Radar sensor to a premium Japanese car manufacturer. It will power the kick sensor solution of the truck of the car. With exceptional accuracy, Acconeer’s A121 radar sensor delivers seamless and reliable trunk access, eliminating false triggers from passing pedestrians or nearby objects.  Based on Acconee...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

Quectel, China, presents automotive-grade mmWave radar solutions at MWC Barcelona On March 2, Quectel Wireless Solutions announced that it is showcasing two digital key applications alongside several additional mmWave radar solutions, including tailgate kick-to-open, forward collision warning, and blind spot detection applications at MWC Barcelona in Spain. It will also present an additional 5G telematic control unit (TCU) demonstration. The low-...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/05

The phase-out marks GWM’s transition toward a new generation of ORA electric vehicles in Thailand. GWM also plans to launch at least five new models in 2026, including the ORA 5 SUV, while expanding its nationwide dealer network to more than 100 outlets. The ORA Good Cat played a pivotal role in kick-starting Thailand’s BEV adoption, emerging as the country’s best-selling EV in 2022. It was also the first EV manufactured in Thailand for do...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/03

Acconeer, Sweden, provides radar sensor for access control for Toyota RAV4 2026 On January 15, Acconeer announced that it is providing A121 Pulsed Coherent Radar sensor for the recently launched Toyota RAV4 2026. Its trunk can be accessed by a kick sensor solution powered by Acconeer. With exceptional accuracy, Acconeer’s A121 radar sensor delivers seamless and reliable trunk access, eliminating false triggers from passing pedestrians or nearby...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/20

rt and mid-range ADAS functionalities with the same hardware module, which covers a field-of-view of 180° with one radar chip. This approach offers auto manufacturers the possibility of simplifying their architecture by replacing up to 12 ultrasonic sensors, four corner radar sensors, and tailgate kick sensors with just four of their 180° ASPER sensors. As NOVELIC's radar-based module enters mass production, it is looking ahead, combining its r...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/18

Acconeer, Sweden, provides radar sensor for Jeep Cherokee 2026 On November 14, Acconeer announced that it is providing an A121 Pulsed Coherent Radar sensor for a kick sensor solution for the Jeep Cherokee 2026. The accuracy of Acconeer’s A121 radar sensor provides reliable and convenient access to the trunk, while also preventing false triggers from passing pedestrians or objects.  Based on Acconeer press release ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/20

e, and system efficiency, delivering enhanced safety redundancy and urban intelligent driving performance to Chinese customers.Following the successful start of production of CARIZON’s first ADAS solution in 2025 and market availability in the first VW vehicles in 2026, the new SoC represents the kick-off of the second phase of the group’s local intelligent driving strategy, namely, deepening its full-stack R&D capabilities in China, for Chin...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/12

Nissan Thailand completes production line integration at Samut Prakan plant Announced on September 3, 2025, Nissan Thailand has successfully completed the integration of its production lines at the Samut Prakan plant, marking a significant milestone in the Re:Nissan growth strategy, following the kick-off announcement made in June. The initiative underscores Nissan’s commitment to maintaining and expanding its manufacturing operations in Thail...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

Hero MotoCorp, India launches Glamour X 125 with low-battery kick start  On August 19, 2025, Hero MotoCorp launched the all-new Glamour X 125 motorcycle priced at INR 90,000 (drum variant) and INR 100,000 (disc variant). The motorcycle is powered by an advanced Sprint-EBT engine producing 11.4 BHP at 8,250 RPM. Its key features include a full LED lighting package, a multi-color LCD instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn nav...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/21

ounced that Mahindra has selected it as the infotainment technology provider for its range of electric-origin SUVs (eSUVs). Mahindra will integrate Cinemo’s CARS Connect Suite to deliver premium bring-your-own-device (BYOD) media experiences for its customers. Notably, the project progressed from kick-off to production in just six months. Cinemo CARS Connect creates a unified and connected in-car ecosystem, enabling seamless content sharing, in...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/12

h knowledge of the Geneva talks said that only tariffs and Chinese non-tariff countermeasures were covered in Geneva talks, and that U.S. export controls were not part of the deal. The official said that China appeared to be moving slowly on promises to issue rare-earth export licenses, which could kick start export control retaliation by the U.S. if automakers facing shortages of the minerals are forced to suspend production. (Truth Social posti...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

Acconeer, Sweden provides A121 Radar Sensor for new Jeep Compass On May 6, Acconeer announced that the kick sensor of the new Jeep Compass is powered by its A121 Radar Sensor.  Designed to withstand outdoor environments, the sensor delivers reliable and precise detections in any weather. The accuracy of the A121 radar sensor prevents false triggers from passing pedestrians or objects to ensure the sensor activates only when you need it. Based on...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/07

Huf wins first order for kick sensor with 79 GHz radar from renowned European premium automaker Huf has received its first order for kick sensor with 79 GHz radar from a renowned European premium car manufacturer. This kick sensor will be installed in various future vehicle model ranges. Thanks to the free parameterizable detection range, the kick gesture can be performed from a greater distance to the bumper. It improves user comfort, eliminatin...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/07

Faraday Future announces ‘FF Open AI Day’ to be held March 16 On March 3, Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. announced the official kick-off launch of its ‘FF Open AI Day’ event which will be held March 16 at its Los Angeles headquarters. The event will be comprised of a company presentation on its current and future AI Strategy developments and a panel discussion on various AI topics.  By fostering collaboration with global develo...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/04

ith a single hardware unit, enhancing aesthetics by eliminating drilled holes on bumpers and providing better detection capabilities. The sensor has a minimum detection distance of 5 cm and can identify lower-height objects, improving safety. It also reduces system costs by combining functions like kick sensing, tailgate protection, and door protection. Based on Sona Comstar Q3 & 9M FY25 Earnings Presentation...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/28

GlobalData blog: Future of mobility: lessons from the Brussels Motor Show 2025 Electric vehicles (EVs) were once again the focus of this auto show, as legacy OEMs and Chinese manufacturers both showcased new innovations. Visiting the 101st Brussels Motor Show was an exciting way to kick off the 2025 automotive show calendar for GlobalData’s sales forecasting team. Electric Vehicles (EVs) were once again the focus of this auto show, as legacy OE...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/21

close to 50% of total sales, followed by the Outlander Sport with 2,414 units sold in 6 months after its launch. The Xpander and Xpander Cross sold 5,523 units in 2024; the Mirage G4 with 4,030 units. Outlander PHEV and Montero Sport also had a solid performance with 853 units sold. In addition, to kick off the year 2025, Mitsubishi Motors de México is excited to announce the launch of the new version of the L200 GSR pickup. This launch will be ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/14

CES 2025: Sona Comstar, India to showcase advanced mobility innovations On January 6, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd. (Sona Comstar) announced its participation in CES 2025. It will showcase its advanced sensor solutions from its Serbian subsidiary NOVELIC, including the short-range radar, designed for park assist, 180-degree obstacle detection, kick-to-open functionality, and tailgate/liftgate protection, as well as the in-cabin monitoring rada...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

xterior radar module for use in passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, transportation, etc. at CES 2025.  The radar module covers applications like Park Assist, fully replacing and outperforming sets of ultrasonic sensors, 180-degree awareness up to 100m, with object classification, Kick-to-open, power door protection, gesture control, and front and rear radar for two-wheelers. NOVELIC will also be presenting its in-cabin occupant...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/16

Deqing), a subsidiary of Zhejiang Founder Motor Co., Ltd. (Founder Motor), was designated as a supplier of components such as drive motor stator and rotor assemblies for a project of Volkswagen Automatic Transmission (Tianjin) Co., Ltd. For this project, mass production and supply are expected to kick off in Q3 2025, and the demand amounts to around 1.2 million units throughout the lifecycle. Founder Deqing was also designated as a supplier of ...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/23