oot i.e., 45 liters more than before. Aerodynamics have also improved, with a 10% better drag coefficient, now under 0.3. Interior includes a new infotainment system with a 10 inch driver display and a 16 inch central screen. It also features connected services with over-the-air updates and Level 2 autonomous driving to enhance safety. Orders are open now, with deliveries starting in Q4 2025. Based on Stellantis press release...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: STRADVISION, Korea and Axera, China partner on ADAS and AD solutions On April 28, STRADVISION and Axera announced a strategic cooperation aimed at delivering competitive and scalable ADAS and autonomous driving (AD) solutions at Auto Shanghai 2025. The partnership brings together STRADVISION's software-based perception solution, SVNet, and Axera's AI SoC platforms to develop solutions for advanced driver assistance and autonom...

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WeRide, China and Uber expand autonomous vehicle partnership to 15 new cities On May 6, WeRide, a global leader in self-driving technology, and Uber Technologies, the world’s largest ride and delivery platform, announced a major expansion of their previously announced autonomous vehicle partnership, adding 15 additional cities globally over the next five years, including in Europe. WeRide and Uber plan to expand their autonomous vehicle partner...

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c) pickup truck. The two prototype vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, have laid a foundation for the design of future JAC Group models. The Define-S inherits the supercar style of the Define concept vehicle and is powered by three drive motors with a total power of 590kW, while coming with FAEB (Forward Autonomous Emergency Braking) and a high-performance braking kit. The Define-X employs the ICDC (Intelligent Chassis Dynamic Control) system developed...

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fast-charging stations developed by Schäfer Elektronik GmbH, a power supplying company in Germany. The charging stations are to be powered by battery packs with a capacity of 35 kWh at a voltage of up to 800 V. The modular high-performance charging station developed by Schaefer-e-Solutions is grid-autonomous due to the optional supply of energy via a hydrogen-powered fuel cell. Therefore, it is the perfect choice for critical infrastructures whe...

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Lucid and KAUST, Saudi Arabia partner on EV technology autonomous driving On May 5, Lucid Group, Inc. and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) announced a strategic partnership designed to shape the future of EV technology. The collaborative research and development activities will be hosted at KAUST's advanced laboratories in King Abdullah Economic City. As part of this cooperation, Lucid will have access to KAUST's superco...

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Uber and Momenta partner on robotaxi deployment in international markets On May 2, Uber Technologies and Momenta announced a strategic agreement to introduce autonomous vehicles to the Uber platform, in international markets outside of the U.S. and China. First deployment for the partnership will take place in Europe at the beginning of 2026, with onboard safety operators. By combining Uber's ridesharing network with Momenta's autonomous driving ...

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m, such as the Nivus, launching in 2020 and 2021. The Amarok pickup, now built at the General Pacheco plant in Argentina, will share next-gen development with the Ford Ranger pickup, coincidentally built at its own nearby Pacheco production plant. Diess noted also that VW’s investment in Ford’s autonomous technology Argo AI unit will close in the first half of 2020. On March 26, Ford Argentina announced it has postponed until further notice t...

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ts concept was designed at Kia's design studio in Frankfurt, Germany. This concept model gives a preview of the next-generation Optima. Kia Motors unveiled the interior of the new Kia K5 and new technologies used in the model. The new K5 features wireless mobile phone battery charging system and an autonomous emergency braking (AEB) system. Kia will start accepting pre-orders for the K5 from middle June 2015, before the official launch in July. O...

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the automotive-related field, the company plans to expand its market share in the car navigation system business, and offer next-generation vehicle-related services to relevant companies. To expand sales in its mobility solution business for automobiles, Zenrin will offer services for electric and autonomous vehicles. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on May 2, 2025)...

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Uber and May Mobility announce partnership to scale autonomous vehicles On May 1, Uber Technologies and May Mobility announced a new multi-year strategic partnership. May Mobility aims to deploy thousands of AVs on the Uber platform over the next few years, with an initial launch planned for Arlington, Texas, by the end of 2025.  Under the agreement, Uber will offer customers the option of a May Mobility AV on the Uber platform on qualifying tri...

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hile Mitsubishi is manufacturing them at its plant in Mizushima, Okayama Prefecture. The new Mitsubishi eK Wagon and the Nissan Dayz are built on a new platform and equipped with new engines and transmissions to offer higher basic performance. Also, they are the first mini-vehicle models to have an autonomous drive technology designed for highway use in single-lane traffic. This technology is designed to assist the control of accelerators so that...

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HOLON to test electric autonomous shuttle in Hamburg, Germany On April 30, BENTELER Group announced that HOLON is forging ahead with series production and the market launch of its fully electric autonomous shuttle named HOLON urban. In 2025, the HOLON urban will be tested on the streets of Hamburg, Germany, as part of the first pilot project. The shuttle accommodates up to 15 passengers and can reach a top speed of 60 km/h. Based on BENTELER Grou...

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reeds. Construction material manufacturers also presented climate-friendly initiatives. Digital transformation was another prominent theme. Smart attachments, remote diagnostics, and machine-to-machine communication demonstrated how data integration is optimizing construction workflows. Telematics, autonomous systems, and standardized interfaces are helping streamline operations and increase uptime across entire fleets. Sustainable construction p...

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Dynamic Map Platform and Mitsui Fudosan to verify Level 4 autonomous driving technology in logistics center Dynamic Map Platform Co., Ltd. (DMP) announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (basic agreement) with Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd. (Mitsui Fudosan) on the promotion of optimization in logistics centers through the use of autonomous vehicles. DMP plans to conduct field testing within Mitsui Fudosan’s logistics center during th...

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in completes sale of silicon carbide business Saint-Gobain acquires acoustic solution provider Pritex Saint-Gobain commits to net-zero emissions by 2050 Saint-Gobain's Shanghai plant to launch mass production for Tesla Model 3 in October CES 2020: Cerence, e.GO and Saint Gobain to present electric autonomous vehicle Saint-Gobain restarts operation in China Saint-Gobain to dispose entire stake in Sika Saint-Gobain acquires all antitrust approvals...

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w 8-channel 915nm surface-mount pulsed laser that makes long-range LiDAR (LiDAR and laser scanner) systems more effective and reliable. The newly developed laser is the world's first AEC-Q102-qualified 8-channel EEL (edge-emitting laser) in a QFN package. It is designed to improve LiDAR systems for autonomous vehicles. When integrated into the LiDAR systems for autonomous vehicles, the new product is designed to enhance their operation, navigatio...

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amera Front & rear wheel bearing Stop lighting Headlamp cleaning system Door striker Closure system Seat metal structure component Plastic fuel tank Fuel level sensor Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) Lane departure warning (LDW) Forward collision warning (FCW) Autonomous emergency brake (AEB) Electronically controlled 4WD ECU Differential housing Instrument panel Overhead system Remote monitoring module Car ...

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ion Norm Marks Vice President, Automotive Industry Bosch USA Stefan Sellhusen Director of Engineering for Automated Driving Georgia Institute of Technology Patricio Vela Professor, School of Electrical Engineering Hyundai America Technical Center Moderator: Erol Dogan Sumer Senior Manager for Autonomous Driving Software Department   Leadership Summit session “AI - Where is the Juice Worth the Squeeze”. From left to right: Norm...

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dSPACE partners with MAHA, Germany to develop test benches for autonomous vehicles On April 29, dSPACE announced its partnership with MAHA Maschinenbau Haldenwang GmbH & Co. KG, a leading manufacturer of workshop and vehicle inspection equipment, to develop and market test benches for the functional testing of automated and autonomous vehicles in workshops. The jointly developed test benches will allow testing organizations and workshops to asses...

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