are equipped with Home-AVP (automated valet parking) function, enabling smart summoning and automated parking when the car is moving at a low speed. On October 29, GAC Group announced that in order to accelerate the industrialization of in-house battery technology, and to verify the battery process maturity, product consistency, and product cost, the company has agreed to a plan by its wholly-owned subsidiary GAC Aion to invest CNY 336 million in...

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antages of an all-electric architecture with respect to space and design. With ranges of up to 700 km (according to WLTP), the EQS meets the requirements on a progressive saloon in the S-Class segment in this respect as well.  The EQS is currently undergoing the last tests on the way to production maturity, including at the Test and Technology Center in Immendingen. The EQS is produced together with the S-Class in "Factory 56" in Sindelfingen. O...

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etration were models by BYD whose exports were up 300% year-over-year (y/y).   The effects of policy, rising consumer demand, technological innovation, and the leading position of domestic brands in China have resulted in the following effects. China's drive motor industry has entered a period of mature and rapid development. NEV penetration is expected to surpass 55%, which will accelerate the demise of gasoline-powered vehicles. Motors and el...

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ocus: A strategic region for QCraft’s long-term AD deployment with public and private partnerships. QCraft also presented its autonomous driving technology solution on the ROX ADAMAS luxury SUV from Rox Motor. The showcase demonstrated QCraft’s mass production readiness and deployment, and the maturity of its L2+ to L4 technology stack. Based on QCraft press release ...

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solution and HarmonySpace cockpit. On May 13, Voyah, a Dongfeng Motor Corporation sub-brand, signed a strategic cooperation agreement with CETC Chips Technology Inc.The two parties will launch all-round cooperation in areas such as establishment of an automotive chip supply chain, application of mature Chinese automotive-grade chips, and promotion of technology innovation. The two parties will attempt to co-develop platform-based and modular p...

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n Center (SS-TPC). The two parties will co-develop markets such as Central Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia. On August 22, 212, a Beijing Automobile Works (BAW) sub-brand for off-road vehicles, launched the new T01 model. The T01 is based on a non-load bearing body. Equipped with a mature power solution consisting of a 2.0T GDI direct-injection turbocharged engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and an electronically controll...

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ow, and opinions are divided on testing methods Problems were revealed, including insufficient coverage of testing and verification of important scenarios, insufficient quality of basic algorithms, and limitations in the detection, judgment, and control capabilities of individual vehicles. 3. Immature closed loop and revenue models The profitability of the entire intelligent connected car industrial chain is a concern due to a combination o...

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e progressing well. The loan will be repaid by Ebusco over time using cash from bus deliveries by May 1, 2026. Any remaining principal, interest, or unpaid fees on that date will automatically convert into Ebusco shares at a 15% discount to the average share price over the five business days before maturity date. Based on Ebusco press release...

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AI and ultimately general AI (AGI). A key concept in his talk was Agentic AI—systems that act independently, set goals, and make decisions without human input. Technology roadmap from AI assistants to autonomous agents The table can be scrolled left and right. Level Capability Description Maturity 1 Chatbots Rule-based or generative systems responding to user inputs via natural language. Typically reactive, 1:1 interaction Established...

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the automotive industry. The transportation system will be centered around intelligent connected NEVs and will develop with the aim of achieving "zero accidents, zero casualties, and high efficiency." The Roadmap seeks to realize the large-scale adoption of highly autonomous vehicles, and develop a mature and healthy infrastructure system for vehicle-, road-, and cloud-integrated intelligent connected vehicles. Innovation in automotive technology...

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he conference, including a pilotless Robotaxi, the full-scenario automatic parking function of the ARCFOX αT SUV, and the application of the 5G-V2X (vehicle-to-everything) car-road coordination technology. By 2025, BAIC Group aims to realize the production of L4 autonomous driving products and the mature development of L5 fully-automated driving technologies. On November 18, Beijing Automotive Group Co., Ltd. (BAIC Group) announced its product l...

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electric buses, with start of production expected in Q4 FY 2026 (ending March). The company is preparing for the broader rollout of commercial e-tippers and is pursuing research and development of additional offerings, such as electric trailers and GFRebar (glass fiber reinforced rebar), at various maturity stages. Olectra clarified that, per its ongoing technical agreement with BYD (effective until 2030), all vehicle sales are currently restrict...

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HERE Technologies develops industry’s first SDV Maturity Framework HERE Technologies B.V. (HERE Technologies) has launched the industry’s first data-driven Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) Maturity Framework, developed through independent research by Omdia. With AI, OTA updates, and zonal architecture now central to automotive innovation, the framework creates a unified industry standard. It gives automakers a common language to navigate fragme...

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t they have signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement to conduct cooperation on the R&D and industrialization of FCEVs (hydrogen fuel cell vehicles). The two parties will use the Hainan Island as a large experience and test site where they will equip Haima Auto’s 3rd-generation FCEV with mature parts and systems including Toyota’s 2nd-generation Mirai stack for the adaptability development of the vehicle and conduct tests in conjunct...

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substrate,lighting console) Volkswagen Tiguan (ambient lighting, modular headliner and door panels) Skoda Octavia (instrument panel, door panels, pillar trim, multipurpose lamp) The company's products and solutions are grouped into Business Units that are arranged into two areas that separate the mature business from their more technological counterparts: Product Systems Overheads, Doors and Hard Trim, Cockpits and Central Consoles, Componen...

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Speaking at the 2025 Dubai Airshow, Honda’s eVTOL Vice President and Executive Chief Engineer, Susumu Mashio, said the company’s presence at the show was “good timing” to demonstrate progress after several years in “stealth mode.” He noted that Honda is now confident its technology has matured sufficiently for the next stage of development. The update follows testing of a one-third-scale technology demonstrator in California that has...

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INEOS Automotive restructures, opens Americas HQ in Montvale, New Jersey On November 13, INEOS Automotive confirmed a series of strategic restructuring measures while it continues to grow sales and mature as an organization. As it evolves from its engineering phase into a market focused automotive business, INEOS says that it will expand sales and service points with the addition of 40 locations and open a new Americas HQ in New Jersey, located a...

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–100%. The policy also aims to deepen industrial participation and enhance regional competitiveness. According to the minister, Malaysia led Southeast Asia’s vehicle market in H1 2025 and is well-positioned for future mobility, supported by a strong semiconductor base, rare earth resources, and a mature manufacturing ecosystem.  Tax incentives will continue for locally-assembled (CKD) EVs through 2027. While most domestic brands, including P...

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(JTEKT), and Itochu Corporation, with investments by FAWER Automotive. The company mainly produces steering gear products for passenger vehicles and has the product development, production and manufacturing capabilities for all kinds of steering systems. It is committed to providing customers with mature and reliable steering system solutions. Main products DP-EPS:Applicable vehicle types: Class A and B vehiclesApplicable rack axial force:...

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t they have signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement to conduct cooperation on the R&D and industrialization of FCEVs (hydrogen fuel cell vehicles). The two parties will use the Hainan Island as a large experience and test site where they will equip Haima Auto’s 3rd-generation FCEV with mature parts and systems including Toyota’s 2nd-generation Mirai stack for the adaptability development of the vehicle and conduct tests in conjunct...

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