st and Africa, and South America through synergies in manufacturing, supply chain, product, and tech.     •  With Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), the company plans to explore collaboration synergies across product and technology development in the U.S.     •  Across its computing architecture, software, ADAS, artificial intelligence and battery technology, Stellantis is advancing partnerships with Applied Intuition, Qualcomm, Wayve, NVIDIA, ...

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Stellantis, Qualcomm partnership to include Snapdragon Digital Chassis, Ride Pilot ADAS platform On May 21, Stellantis and Qualcomm Technologies announced an expansion of their multi-year technology collaboration to power next-gen Stellantis vehicles. The expanded collaboration integrates Snapdragon Digital Chassis system-on-chips (SoCs) with STLA Brain, Stellantis’ electronic and software platform, enhancing cockpit, connectivity and advanced ...

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Intuition and Stellantis at the forefront of the transition to AI-defined vehicles,” said Qasar Younis, co-founder and CEO of Applied Intuition. “Together, we’re bringing production-scale Vehicle OS and autonomy systems to market across multiple brands and vehicle platforms.” The STLA Brain software platform is being designed to simplify system integration and support continuous improvement throughout the vehicle lifecycle. Sunnyvale, Cal...

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Ford in negotiations to supply military trucks in North America, Europe On May 18, Ford confirmed that it is currently in talks with defense departments in North America and Europe to supply pickup trucks and software to their armed forces. Beginning in 2025, several governments in North America and Europe engaged with Ford on how its commercial vehicle lineup and modern technologies could benefit their own defense needs. Those governments re...

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cameras. It reacts quickly to real-time conditions and shows lanes, vehicles, and objects up to about 200 meters away. It can also display things not in maps such as shoulder lanes. IFA is powered by technologies such as GPS positioning, sensor fusion, predictive route data, and advanced maps. The software is developed by CARIAD and its subsidiary Venteq (known as Intenta Automotive, Germany). Drivers benefit from clear lane guidance and better ...

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a 50:50 partnership between Bosch and TSF Group companies (represented by Brakes India and Wheels India), aiming to commence operations by the end of 2026, post-receiving all regulatory approvals. The joint venture will focus on engineering, manufacturing, and sales of electronically controlled and software-driven modules for air compression, air processing, air suspension, and air parking brakes. With a registered office in Chennai, the global s...

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August 13, Nissan announced, in line with its Nissan Intelligent Mobility brand vision, the implementation of drones its manufacturing complex in Resende, Brazil to develop inventory information. The system works by identifying the manufacturing area for the drone to cover, and then configuring the software and drone to perform overlapping photography to generate maps in 3D and 2D format, thus identifying the locations of different models and col...

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August 13, Nissan announced, in line with its Nissan Intelligent Mobility brand vision, the implementation of drones its manufacturing complex in Resende, Brazil to develop inventory information. The system works by identifying the manufacturing area for the drone to cover, and then configuring the software and drone to perform overlapping photography to generate maps in 3D and 2D format, thus identifying the locations of different models and col...

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August 13, Nissan announced, in line with its Nissan Intelligent Mobility brand vision, the implementation of drones its manufacturing complex in Resende, Brazil to develop inventory information. The system works by identifying the manufacturing area for the drone to cover, and then configuring the software and drone to perform overlapping photography to generate maps in 3D and 2D format, thus identifying the locations of different models and col...

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Michelin unveils universal tire digital twin for SDVs Michelin has presented its universal tire digital twin, a software-driven system that converts existing in-vehicle data into real-time actionable recommendations without requiring additional tire-mounted sensors. The system is designed for software-defined vehicle (SDV) architectures and is compatible with all tire brands and vehicle models, from passenger cars and trucks to self-driving shutt...

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Magna wins Driver and Occupant Monitoring System program from European OEM Magna International Inc. (Magna) has been awarded a Driver and Occupant Monitoring System (DMS/OMS) program by a European OEM, further expanding its DMS/OMS deployment across global vehicle platforms. The program reinforces the role of Magna’s mirror-integrated system within next-generation software-defined vehicle architecture. The system is designed to enhance advanced...

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Opel and Vauxhall brands, while also supporting key technologies across Stellantis group. Out of the current 1,650 engineers, around 1,000 will continue working on strategic areas such as ADAS, virtual development, AI, efficiency tools, the Digital Lightning Hub, battery safety and development, and software modules for STLA Brain architecture. At the same time, Stellantis is developing the grEEn campus in Rüsselsheim, which will become the new h...

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the second half of 2026. On January 27, BMW Welt handed over the first BMW iX3 vehicles to customers in Germany during an event. It is the first model of the Neue Klasse and features sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology, offering up to 805 km range and 400 kW fast charging. A new electronics and software system with four powerful “Superbrain” computers. After its world premiere and the start of production, the BMW iX3 will officially launc...

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ent hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) models in the D-SUV segment based on the latest Geely-Volvo technologies for both local and export markets starting in 2024. This vehicle will be designed, developed & produced in South Korea. RKM will enhance its R&D towards the South-Korean ecosystem in terms of software, connectivity, and electrification as well as competitive localization. RKM intends to invest more than EUR 900 million in the coming six yea...

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olvo Car Malaysia confirmed that the EX90 will be locally assembled in Malaysia in the near term. The upcoming CKD version is expected to feature the latest global 800V architecture of the flagship electric SUV. In parallel, current CBU EX90 owners will receive a complimentary upgrade covering both software and the vehicle’s core computing hardware. Volvo Car Malaysia & Thailand Managing Director said that the company remains committed to its e...

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VinFast introduces new-generation VF 8 in Vietnam at VND 999 million, deliveries start July 2026 Announced on May 20, 2026, VinFast unveiled the new-generation VF 8 with significant technical and design upgrades. The model adopts a revised “Tech Fluid” exterior design, but the main changes focus on core engineering systems. It introduces a Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) architecture with a Central Vehicle Computer (CVC) for faster system proc...

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GX H PF A large-size SUV of XPeng Motor, available in both range-extended EV (REEV) and EV variants. The internal codename is G01. It is a software-defined vehicle (SDV) built on the SEPA 3.0, smart car technology. The body length is 5,265mm, the wheelbase is 3,115mm. It features an 800-volt electric system. The REEV is available in RWD with a maximum output of 370kW (160kW + 210kW). The driving range is 430km (CLTC mode). The EV is available in ...

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third, completely new model to its European range: the G6. Xpeng's ultra-smart coupe SUV can be ordered from May 2024 and will be in the showroom later in the third quarter of 2024. It has a wheelbase of 2.89 meters. It has an innovative SEPA2.0 platform with 800V architecture and the most advanced software technology. It will be available with two battery packs (66 kWh and 87.5 kWh), the largest of which has a maximum WLTP driving range of 570 k...

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ing 500 new jobs. An exact date was not given for the start of the work to adjust and adapt the infrastructure and equipment in terms of electromobility. Tarek Mashhour, CEO of Audi, asked the authorities to educate and enhance the state's talent in electric mobility issues, such as the creation of software, new technologies and battery production since only in this way will the state be ahead. On September 2, Audi unveiled the third generation o...

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sembly plant -Year opened: 1981 -Investment announced since 2015: USD 2.35 billion Chevrolet opens Equinox EV order banks in U.S., starting at USD 48,995 GM plant Ramos Arizpe to halt production Honda starts pre-production of Prologue at GM Ramos Arizpe Plant GM still working on Chevrolet Blazer EV software issues as sales remain halted Chevrolet confirms Equinox EV prices, range ahead of U.S. orders Honda to launch Prologue EV in 18 U.S. states,...

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