ZF develops next-gen electric range extender systems ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) announced the development of its next-generation electric Range Extender (eRE) and electric Range Extender plus (eRE+) systems, which will enter volume production in 2026. The new systems are integrated designs that are flexible in terms of performance, E/E architecture, 400V or 800V compatibility, and semiconductor type. The output ranges from 70 to 110 kW (eRE) or 7...

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ophones  -Body electronics Body control modules Seat control modules Interior control units Closure control units Trailer tow modules Passive entry/go systems Keys and ID transmitters Access and authorization systems for keyless entry Smart car access systems Cockpit domain controllers using SoC architecture Electric power steering control modules  -Energy management systems Intelligent battery sensors Voltage stabilizers DC/DC converters F...

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e Monitoring System (TPMS), an Integrated Power Brake (IPB) system and an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).  On August 29, BYD unveiled a real model of its all-new Yuan PLUS compact battery electric SUV at the Chengdu Motor Show. The vehicle was developed on the e-platform 3.0, which includes a new E/E architecture and the BYD OS, BYD’s proprietary onboard operating system. The aforementioned features of the e-platform 3.0 will result in an enr...

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ial vehicles, the DHD Duo leverages compact and highly integrated dog clutch technology, allowing for its use across multiple vehicle models without the need for structural modifications. Its scalable design supports B to E vehicle segments, including SUVs, pickups, and light buses, with a flexible architecture switch between P1+P3, P2+P3, and range extender configurations, that can accommodate electric, serial, and parallel driving modes. (From ...

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na-Panasonic-Valeo-Visteon-ZF -The Company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.  Advanced Safety-Next-Generation ADAS platform-Sensor fusion software-Software-based environmental model-Next-generation forward-facing radars-Corner radars-Side radars-Active safety domain controller-Satellite Architecture-Forward facing radar-Short range radar-On-board camera-Driver monitoring system-Active safety domain controllerConnected Services-Aptiv C...

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d goods. It provides brake systems, powertrain components and systems, chassis components and systems, safety systems, motion-control systems, display technologies, human-machine interfaces, interior sensing solutions, infotainment solutions, vehicle electronics and connectivity solutions, electric architecture solutions, tires, and technical elastomers.-In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, sales to the automotive industry excluding the re...

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HIMA series    Below is a summary of Huawei's major partnership trends in solution and component supply methods. Manufacturer Details of collaboration Dongfeng Dongfeng Motor In September 2024, in collaboration with Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd., Huawei announced the next-generation "Tianyuan” E/E architecture equipped with Huawei's "Qiankun” vehicle control module. Going forward, more than 30 models based on this architecture will be intr...

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tions for the decarbonization of passenger transport. The companies will combine their technological expertise in alternative energy propulsion solutions, including electrification. The Company will support Iveco Bus’ overarching electrification strategy and its development of a new zero-emission architecture that will equip the next generation of vehicles. (From a press release dated September 19, 2024)Partnership with Farizon for commercial v...

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in Hefei in 2026 XPeng to plan 30 models in next 3 years XPeng breaks ground on intelligent vehicle components industrial park in Guangdong XPeng and Volkswagen enter Master Agreement on EV platform and software XPeng to launch new sub-brand VW's CARIAD China partners with Xpeng for new electrical architecture for advanced connectivity and automated driving Auto China 2024: XPeng makes global debut of AI-powered Tianji OS, exhibits multiple mode...

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2024: Five GWM sub-brands to exhibit over 20 blockbuster models Auto China 2024: GWM makes global debut of next-gen Haval H6, H9 SUVs GWM, Huawei sign agreement for integrated development of Huawei HiCar solution Great Wall Motor presents WEY 80 hybrid minivan in Russia GWM Tank launches new Hi4-Z architecture GWM establishes joint testing lab for in-vehicle network with TSARI, Tsing Standard Great Wall Motor starts operation of Jingmen manufact...

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on and acquired approximately 5% of XPeng's shares. In addition, the two companies signed a technology cooperation agreement in February 2024 for the joint development of platforms and software. In July 2024, they agreed to a technical strategic alliance and signed a joint development agreement for E/E architecture. In January 2025, the companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to form a strategic alliance in the area of ultra-fast cha...

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implementation process. SDV enablers (Source: Copyright © Elektrobit)   SDV Levels Implementation   To successfully implement and advance through the SDV levels, Dr. Neukirchner recommends both OEMs and suppliers to focus on several key enablers across the following four dimensions:   E/E Architecture and Hardware Enablers   Transitioning to a zone-based architecture with centralized computation can significantly enhance the vehicl...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/02

CARIAD develops ArchE to streamline automotive system development On March 26, CARIAD announced that it has developed ArchE, a specialized tool to speed up and improve automotive system development. Architecture tools help engineers design and manage complex systems, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and safety. In the automotive sector, they are crucial for integrating cybersecurity, real-time performance, and functional safety. Existing tools o...

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a special coder for this: “The embedded AI code closes the gap between AI capability and embedded systems in that it enables the secure and efficient implementation of AI functions in control units”, Mariella Minutolo, Vice President of Sales at Etas, explained. “The tool combines traditional E/E architectures with the potential offered by artificial intelligence which leads to new ideas for functions, opportunities for optimization, and co...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/03/21

VW China to increase CNY 6.5 billion capital to VW Anhui VW China signs Memoranda of Understanding on renewable electricity with two energy partners VW China to invest around CNY 19.4 billion in expanding its Hefei production, innovation hub VW's CARIAD China partners with Xpeng for new electrical architecture for advanced connectivity and automated driving Audi partners with SAIC to develop new EV for China VW China, CATARC to deepen cooperatio...

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ng of new cooperative model between VW China, XPeng to start in Hefei in 2026 XPeng and Volkswagen enter Master Agreement on EV platform and software VW China to invest around CNY 19.4 billion in expanding its Hefei production, innovation hub VW's CARIAD China partners with Xpeng for new electrical architecture for advanced connectivity and automated driving VCTC breaks ground on 3rd phase of Hefei R&D Center, opens urban test track SAIC-VW signs...

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pany has already set up teams for local production and built R&D centers in various countries. Teams have already been set up for local production.   The table below summarizes the progress of core technologies presented at the technology event. Category Name Details Finished vehicle platform architecture Mars Architecture Vehicle body safety structure: The design utilizes a highly advanced cage-type body technology, the usage of high tensi...

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a dedicated BEV platform, aiming to address the pain points of user experience, such as safety and low-temperature driving range. The e-platform 3.0 covers vehicles of various sizes and will remain open to the industry. The e-platform 3.0 integrates the traditional distributed electric electronic architecture into a domain control architecture which is comprised of four domains: smart power domain controller, smart body domain controller, smart...

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tabase requests.   From 2028 with expected 40 million connected vehicles, CARIAD wants to further flatten the peaks.   Dr. Eberhardinger concluded his talk by emphasizing the importance of having people who work on running systems, enabling continuous optimization.   Darko Durisic, Ph.D., Senior Architecture Program Manager, Volvo Cars Volvo’s definition of a software-defined vehicle (SDV Europe 2024, organized by we.CONECT Global Lea...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/20

the latest technology and the full-sized smart flagship Xia MPV, a PHV, were released. The Ocean series continued to strengthen its brand image with the launch of the mid-size electric Sealion 07 SUV.   In terms of technology, the company has launched a number of innovations, including the Xuanji architecture, which combines electrification and intelligence, the 3.0 Evo EV platform, and BYD’s 5th generation DM PHV technology. In November 2024...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/18