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5GAA and US DOT to showcase C-V2X technology in Washington, DC
The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) has announced its support for a joint demonstration of cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) technology, which is a collaborative effort with the US Transportation Department (US DOT) and several of its members. Scheduled for Feb 5–6, this event will be hosted at the Federal Highway Administration's Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center located in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area. Key partners in this demonstration include 5GAA members such as Audi,...
Tesla to launch driverless robo-taxi service in Austin
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced plans to initiate a paid ride-hailing robo-taxi service in Austin, Texas, in June, using vehicles from Tesla's own fleet, according to a report published by TechCrunch on Jan. 29. This service will operate without drivers, employing an "unsupervised" version of Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, which Musk anticipates releasing to owners in California and various US regions within the year. However, the integration of owner-contributed cars into the...
Waymo plans to expand autonomous driving vehicle testing to 10 new cities
Waymo, the autonomous driving company of Alphabet, plans expand its autonomous vehicle testing to over 10 new cities, mostly in the US in 2025, showcasing a significant confidence boost in its autonomous driving technology. This expansion strategy will see the inclusion of San Diego and Las Vegas, supplementing ongoing trials in various locations such as Truckee, California, Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Upstate New York, and Tokyo. The company has promised to reveal additional cities participa...
FORVIA HELLA integrates Infineon's CoolSiC technology in new 800V charging solution
In a press release Jan. 29, FORVIA HELLA announced that the company will incorporate the new CoolSiC™ Automotive MOSFET 1200V from Infineon Technologies into their forthcoming 800V DCDC charging solution. This move signifies a continued partnership between the two companies, aiming to enhance e-mobility through advanced technology. Infineon's CoolSiC MOSFET, designed specifically for onboard charger and DCDC applications within 800V automotive architectures, features a Q-DPAK package and emplo...
SK hynix acquires TISAX certification to accelerate memory development
As reported in a press release on Feb. 5, SK hynix has become the first company in the memory industry to acquire TISAX, the global information security certification for the automotive sector. This certification applies to all its domestic sites in Icheon, Bundang and Cheongju in South Korea, confirming its compliance with automotive security standards. The move supports SK hynix's efforts to develop high-performance memory solutions for AI-driven automotive technologies as the imp...
Altilium launches lithium iron phosphate battery recycling in the UK
In a press release dated Feb. 3, Altilium, a UK-based clean technology group, announced the initiation of its recycling operations for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. These batteries, sourced from a prominent global manufacturer of electric vehicles and energy storage systems, are being processed in an effort to bolster a sustainable supply chain for essential battery materials within the UK and to minimize the ecological footprint of battery production. Leveraging its proprietary Eco...
Continental launches two new summer tires, the EcoContact 7 and the EcoContact 7 S
Continental has launched two new summer tire models, the EcoContact 7 and the EcoContact 7 S. Aimed primarily at electric vehicles, these tires also cater to traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles by offering lowered fuel consumption. They have achieved impressive ratings in EU tire label measurements, predominantly securing Class A for rolling resistance as well as Class A and B for wet braking and rolling noise, respectively. Continental has focused on enhancing overall tire ...
Cyient and Micware Navigations form strategic partnership for intelligent mobility
On Feb. 5, Cyient, an intelligent engineering services company based in Hyderabad, India, declared its strategic collaboration with mobility software company Micware Navigations. The collaboration was formalized through a memorandum of understanding (MOU), signifying a mutual commitment to work together in areas such as engineering services support, customer introductions and marketing strategies. This partnership is set to focus on advancing intelligent mobility solutions, aiming to make transp...
How AI is shaping the future of mobility — interview with PhysicsX
Artificial Intelligence is increasingly being integrated into the automotive industry, primarily to enhance product development through advanced simulation techniques. The shift from physical testing to numerical simulations has led to substantial time and cost savings. However, this transition has created new bottlenecks, particularly with the running times of complex simulations, such as crash tests, computational fluid dynamics and finite element analysis. These simulations can take hours or ...
We plan to focus more on building EV charging hubs at strategic sites: SengTeong Chua, MD, ChargEV, Malaysia
S&P Global Mobility: Please tell us about chargEV. What does the EV charger footprint look like and what countries do you operate in? SengTeong Chua: ChargEV was initially launched by the government under the Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC) in 2015 to develop a comprehensive charging infrastructure for Malaysia’s EV ecosystem, making it the oldest charge point operator (CPO) in the country. Yinson GreenTech acquired ChargEV in 2022 as part of its diversi...
Interior Insight: Nissan Qashqai
The Nissan Qashqai, launched in 2007, set off a trend for compact-crossover SUVs, leading to a surge in direct competitors in Europe. This review focuses on the interior technologies and materials used in the third-generation model's face-lifted interior. Like its predecessors, the styling of the new Qashqai was directed by Nissan Design Europe, based in Paddington, London, while engineering was led by the Nissan Technical Centre Europe, in Cranfield, UK.      &n...
Insights from Great Wall Motor's CTO on industry challenges and future prospects
Great Wall Motor Co. Ltd., (GWM) is a Chinese vehicle manufacturer based in Baoding, Hebei Province. GWM is a global intelligent technology company, whose business includes vehicle and parts design, R&D, production, sales and service. Its brands include HAVAL, WEY, ORA, TANK and GWM Pickup. We spoke to Wu Huixiao, chief technology officer of GWM. (Image source: GWM) Key takeaways: Challenges: User demand for smart cars is growing, prompting Great Wall Motor to enhance user...
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 reflects growing appetite for EVs in India
The Indian electric vehicle industry seems to have entered the fast lane. The market is flush with new EV models, charging infrastructure is growing, and most of all, sales are rising. Nearly 100,000 EVs were sold in the country in 2024, a 20% growth compared to the previous year. The enthusiasm for EVs was quite visible at this year’s Bharat Mobility Global Expo, the leading auto show in India, now in its second year. The event held from Jan. 17–22 had more than 1,500 exhibitors and reco...
Tesla's Cybercab: Self-driving dream or a detour to disappointment
The journey of autonomous vehicles began long before the unveiling of Tesla's Cybercab in October 2024. The concept of self-driving cars dates to the early 20th century, with experimental models emerging in the 1920s. Carnegie Mellon University developed the Navlab project in the 1980s, thus making the first significant strides in automation. The DARPA Grand Challenge of 2004 and 2005, plus the DARPA Urban Challenge of 2007 highlighted the potential of autonomous vehicles, igniting interest from...
Pioneering the road ahead: key automotive innovations unveiled at CES 2025
Over the years the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has become a center stage for automotive innovations. CES 2025 focused on the practical implementation of existing technologies rather than introducing new concept models, highlighting a shift toward refining and deploying previously unveiled innovations. Software-defined vehicles (SDVs) emerged as a central theme at CES 2025, reflecting their growing prominence and the intensified support from the broader automotive ecosystem. However, particip...
How AI is shaping the future of mobility — interview with PhysicsX
Artificial Intelligence is increasingly being integrated into the automotive industry, primarily to enhance product development through advanced simulation techniques. The shift from physical testing to numerical simulations has led to substantial time and cost savings. However, this transition has created new bottlenecks, particularly with the running times of complex simulations, such as crash tests, computational fluid dynamics and finite element analysis. These simulations can take hours or ...

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