The current proposal does not give enough extra weight allowance for common trucks (such as 2-axle 4×2 vehicles). This means zero-emission trucks could carry less cargo and be less flexible. The industry is also worried about new rules i.e., On-Board Mass Monitoring (OBMM) and linking this data to smart tachographs. These could increase unnecessary costs, add technical complexity, and create uncertainty. ACEA believes these changes could slow do...

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TactoTek, Finland signs IMSE licensing agreement with Motherson for automotive surface components On May 21, TactoTek announced that it had signed an IMSE technology license agreement with Motherson, a global Tier 1 automotive supplier. The partnership aims to expand OEM access to scalable production of IMSE-based smart surface parts for both interior and exterior vehicle applications. The agreement will help OEMs to adopt IMSE technology by comb...

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rporation (KDDI) announced that it will acquire all shares of Community Mobility, a developer of an on-demand transportation business called mobi that utilizes artificial intelligence (AI), on July 1, making it a wholly owned subsidiary. It also said that KDDI will rename the new subsidiary to KDDI Smart Mobility. With KDDI providing all the communication infrastructure and infrastructure operations necessary for remote monitoring of autonomous v...

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f Saudi Arabia, signed an agreement with Al Fanar Company to provide advanced electric-vehicle charging solutions across the Kingdom. The agreement includes cooperation in the supply and installation of electric vehicle chargers for Changan and Deepal customers, leveraging Al Fanar’s expertise in smart charging solutions and energy infrastructure. The company offers a comprehensive range of AC and DC charging solutions with varying capacities s...

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ted for GAC Toyota's 2026 bZ3X model, marking Hesai’s first entry into the Japanese automotive ecosystem. It has co-developed the industry’s first mass-produced in-cabin LiDAR for Cadillac Vistiq. Hesai has also announced design/ business wins for Li Auto Livis, Xiaomi, Geely Galaxy, Zeekr, and Smart, etc. Based on Hesai Group press release...

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BMW expands SOLARWATT partnership to enable bidirectional charging for Neue Klasse EVs On May 18, BMW announced that it is expanding its partnership with SOLARWATT, Germany, to improve smart energy use and home charging. With the upcoming Neue Klasse models, such as BMW iX3 and i3, BMW is starting to introduce bidirectional charging. This means the car will work more closely with the home’s energy system. The SOLARWATT Manager will act as the m...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/18

d topology discovery, schedule generation, and deployment through a continuous integration workflow, reducing integration complexity and accelerating zonal system development. It also supports latency-sensitive use cases, including audio over Ethernet, HPC up-integration, real-time RCP control, and smart energy networking. In addition, demonstrations are underway on Quanta development platforms, with additional showcases planned through 2026. Bot...

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ad of BYD (1,413), iCaur (547), Zeekr (357), and Tesla (172). The rest of the top 10 included Xpeng (150), Leapmotor (108), MG (92), TQ Wuling (91), and MINI (81), while the remaining top 20 comprised BMW (73), Great Wall Motor (70), Volvo (53), Perodua (52), Denza (45), Toyota (40), Dongfeng (31), smart (26), Neta (18), and Chery (15). By model, the Proton eMas 5 stayed ahead with 1,772 registrations in April, followed by the BYD Atto 3 Ultra (7...

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BYD, Bosch, Autoliv, EVAT, BULLETRUX, Isuzu discuss Thailand’s smart mobility Announced on May 14, 2026, during a BOI Symposium panel, global automakers and suppliers highlighted Thailand’s growing importance in next-generation mobility, backed by its manufacturing base and government support policies. Executives from BYD, Isuzu, Bosch, Autoliv, the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT), BULLETRUX, and others discussed how electrifi...

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BOI Symposium highlights Thailand’s role in global EV shift; EV-related investment tops THB 180 billion On May 13, 2026, the BOI Symposium, held alongside SUBCON Thailand 2026, focused on smart and green mobility and brought together EV-related players from China, Japan, and Europe. Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) reiterated its goal of positioning Thailand as a regional hub for future mobility, supported by over THB 180 billion in EV-re...

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at the Hwaseong Plant in South Korea, unloaded at Mikawa Port in Aichi Prefecture, and then undergo pre-shipment inspections by Kia PBV Japan. The sales target for the PV5 in Japan for the 2026 fiscal year is 1,000 units. ・ In launching PV5 in Japan, Kia PBV Japan presented its strengths as the "SMART" concept. "SMART" is an acronym that stands for the following: S: Silent Mobility (quiet operation), M: Modular Expansion (expandability through...

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gally sold personal and driving data of hundreds of thousands of California drivers to two data brokers between 2020 and 2024, despite GM’s own privacy policy reassuring drivers it would not sell their location or driving data. The data was collected through GM’s OnStar subscription service and Smart Driver product before being sold to Verisk Analytics and LexisNexis Risk Solutions, which provide data products that can be used by insurers to ...

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E.ON, Germany, plans to acquire OVO to expand UK Energy and EV services On May 11, E.ON announced its plans to buy OVO Energy to grow its retail business and expand services such as EV charging, home batteries, and smart tariffs in UK. The move is part of E.ON’s plan to focus on customers and support the energy transition by combining EV charging, solar power, and home energy systems into a flexible network. The deal will help it reach more cus...

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lectric sedan. Not only is the ID. ERA 5S the first sedan of the ID. ERA family, but it also serves as the first VW sedan to adopt an advanced intelligent driver assistance system. The “5” in the name indicates its position as a mid-to-high-end sedan, while the “S” stands for both sedan and smart. The ID. ERA 5S measures 4,836mm long, 1,880mm wide, and 1,505mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,766mm. The ID. ERA 5S is equipped with a plug-in hy...

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yment of its private EV charging and energy management platform across Switzerland and international markets. The latest funding round, supported notably by the Swiss Technology Fund, brings AMP IT’s total funding to EUR 7 million since inception. AMP IT develops, finances, installs, and operates smart EV charging infrastructure for residential buildings, commercial real estate, and corporate fleets. Through its charging-as-a-service model, the...

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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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673 units for Dongfeng Motor Corporation; 9,824 units for Changan Auto; 8,561 units for SAIC-GM-Wuling; 6,006 units for XPeng; 5,571 units for Spotlight Automotive; 4,323 units for Polestar; 4,094 units for Great Wall Motor; 3,615 units for Changan Mazda; 3,282 units for FAW Hongqi; 2,658 units for smart; 2,590 units for Volvo Cars; 2,339 units for BAW; 2,226 units for Seres Auto Hubei Branch; 2,122 units for GAC Aion; and 1,383 units for FAW Bes...

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BMW enhances safety with Smart Pre Crash Technology in MINI current models On May 11, BMW announced that MINI has added smart pre-crash safety features to its current models. The system uses driving data, sensor input and environmental information to detect critical situations at an early stage and initiates targeted, reversible protective measures. These include the automatic closing of windows and sliding roofs, as well as the anticipatory posi...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/12

when parked for privacy. Ambient lighting runs across the dashboard and doors. A full-width LED interaction light works with the upgraded Bang & Olufsen sound system to enhance the in-car experience. The center console is redesigned with wireless charging pads and fast USB-C ports. In the trunk, a smart rail system helps secure luggage easily while keeping space free. Audi will officially unveil the Q9 in summer 2026. Based on Audi press release...

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ed hands with V-Green Charging Stations Philippines Inc., VinFast’s Vietnam-based EV infrastructure arm, to expand EV charging and battery-swapping infrastructure in Visayas, Philippines. Deployment is planned across six Light Fuels stations in Cebu, Mandaue, and Lapu-Lapu, as well as the Pier88 smart port and Bay Mall in Liloan. The rollout is expected to start in Q3 2026. Each site will feature 1–2 charging bays, with capacity to serve aro...

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