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Freudenberg introduces DIAvent maxFlow battery vent
Freudenberg has released the DIAvent maxFlow, a thermal‑runaway degassing valve for lithium‑ion vehicle batteries that has delivered over 190 litres per second at 300 mbar, has featured a 50–200 mbar adjustable trigger and has allowed non‑destructive testing.
Bosch secures Mercedes-Benz electric motor contract
Bosch has secured a multi-year supply agreement with Mercedes-Benz for scalable electric motors, has reported up to 98% efficiency from new winding and rotor oil cooling technologies, and has positioned the deal within its broader global electromobility expansion.
Dash Cam Hardware and Connectivity for Construction Fleets
The guide has described equipment-rated dash cam specifications, mounting and power strategies, and cellular/WiFi connectivity models for construction fleets, and has highlighted testing, storage and deployment considerations to support reliable video capture in harsh, intermittent-connectivity environments.
Bosch cloud service deployed for global road hazard alerts
Bosch has deployed a cloud-based road hazard service in millions of vehicles, using anonymised real‑time and third‑party data to provide predictive warnings and optional wrong‑way alerts, with manufacturer-adjustable sensitivity and planned wider BMW integration.
Hyundai Mobis completes 160 kW universal EV drive system
Hyundai Mobis has completed a 160 kW PE platform integrating motor, inverter and reduction gear, has increased specific power by about 16% and has reduced system volume by nearly 20%, and has been designed for scalable OEM deployment.
Heliox pilots 480 kW Flex Pro charger at King County Metro
Heliox has piloted its 480 kW Flex Pro DC charger with King County Metro, offering modular power sharing, CCS1 and pantograph interfaces, backward compatibility, fault-tolerant operation and both Build America, Buy America‑compliant and non‑compliant versions.
Kempower Mega Satellite Flex high-power EV charger
Kempower has introduced the Mega Satellite Flex, a high‑power DC charger supporting CCS to 560 kW and MCS to 1.2 MW, compatible with 800V vehicles, and has scheduled sales in North America and Europe from July 2026.
BorgWarner secures motor contracts in China and South Korea
BorgWarner has secured three electric motor contracts with Asian OEMs, covering BEV, PHEV and hybrid programmes, and has scheduled phased production from June 2026 to September 2027 utilising S-winding and ultra-short hairpin technologies.
Tyre technology boosts fleet efficiency in North America
Fleets have begun adopting smart tyre monitoring to improve fuel efficiency, extend asset life and reduce downtime, with uptake varying across Canada, the US and Mexico while nearshoring has expanded regional tyre production capacity.
Volkswagen considers China-developed EVs for Europe
Volkswagen has said it has considered bringing China-developed electric vehicles to Europe, has presented several China-only models and has reported a drop in first-quarter operating profit amid intensified competition and weaker demand.
Schaeffler launches MultiMode DHT into volume production
Schaeffler has launched its MultiMode DHT into volume production with multiple manufacturers, has presented hybrid components including a spoke damper and camshaft phasing in production, and has projected hybrids will represent about 30% of global output by 2035.
BYD raises LiDAR ADAS price amid DRAM cost rises
BYD has increased the price of its LiDAR-based ADAS option to 12,000 yuan, citing global storage hardware cost rises; the change has taken effect from 1 May 2026 and has applied across models, with early depositors having retained prior pricing.
Jetour unveils T8 three-row SUV with L10 and TX
Jetour has showcased the T8 three-row SUV, Shanhai L10 and TX concept at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show and has emphasised boxy, family-focused design, hybrid-oriented powertrains and the Travel+ product framework.
Microchip, Sunny Smartlead widen ASA-ML ADAS ecosystem
Microchip and Sunny Smartlead have expanded the ASA-ML ecosystem by introducing ADAS camera modules based on Microchip’s VS700 family and have promoted interoperable, secure and time-synchronised in-vehicle connectivity for OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.
Volkswagen unveils ID. Aura T6 and ID. Unyx 09 for China
Volkswagen has revealed two China-developed EVs — the ID. Aura T6 crossover and ID. Unyx 09 sedan — and has signalled plans to expand its NEV lineup, integrating the CEA electronic architecture and China-specific driving features.
Major Themes at 2026 Beijing Auto Show
The Beijing Auto Show has showcased an expanded venue with 1,451 vehicles, major EV premieres and extensive industry forums. Organisers have highlighted trends including large electric SUVs, Huawei-enabled systems, advanced driver assistance, LiDAR and chip competition, and next-generation battery technologies.
Hyundai Mobis launches large-scale SDV validation system
Hyundai Mobis has established a data integration platform, the company has said, that has combined real-world sensor data with parallel simulators to accelerate ECU and ADAS validation and has aimed to deliver 10,000 validation hours per week.
Bosch Rexroth launches TS 7plus conveyor for 3,000 kg payloads
Bosch Rexroth has introduced the TS 7plus, a configurable, fully electric roller conveyor supporting payloads up to 3,000 kg, featuring larger rollers, lubrication-free king-shafts, two operating modes and MTpro-based configuration to reduce energy use and simplify maintenance.
Autobrains applies agentic AI to ADAS and automated driving
Autobrains has introduced agentic AI for ADAS and automated driving, has deployed modular specialised agents that have reduced compute and data demands, have improved handling of edge cases and have reached commercial deployments with global automotive partners.
Marelli and AWS launch AI for SDV test automation
Marelli and AWS have unveiled an AI-powered System Test Generation Agent that has automated creation of traceable system test cases, has reduced validation time and has integrated with existing engineering workflows to support software-defined vehicle development.
Mahindra selects Mobileye EyeQ6 ADAS for future models
Mahindra has selected Mobileye's EyeQ6-based ADAS for at least six upcoming models, with production due from 2027, and has adopted SuperVision and Surround platforms to consolidate perception, mapping and occupant monitoring into a single architecture.
Hesai lidar chosen for Niu NXT2 two-wheeler
Hesai has partnered with Niu to supply FTX lidar for the NXT2, has reduced sensor prices sharply and has enabled wider lidar adoption in electric two-wheelers as Niu has launched an AI operating system and new AI-enabled models.
Geely receives UN R171 certification for G-ASD
Geely's G-ASD has been granted UN R171 certification, clearing regulatory barriers for sales across UNECE states and has been scheduled for deployment on Lotus vehicles in Europe from June 2026.
Hyundai Mobis opens Hungarian EV chassis plant
Hyundai Mobis has established a 50,000 sq m plant in Kecskemet, Hungary, to supply EV and hybrid chassis modules to Mercedes‑Benz, has implemented just‑in‑sequence production and has expanded its European manufacturing footprint to five bases.
ZF and SiliconAuto unveil sensor-interface chip architecture
ZF and SiliconAuto have introduced a distributed chip architecture that offloads sensor capture and pre‑processing from central SoCs, enabling reduced computational load, standardised interfaces and lower power consumption, and have demonstrated a live implementation at Embedded World 2026.
Qualcomm and Wayve integrate AI Driver with Snapdragon Ride
Qualcomm and Wayve have announced a collaboration that has integrated Wayve's AI Driver with Qualcomm's Snapdragon Ride to offer a pre-integrated platform that has been designed to simplify ADAS and automated driving deployment for manufacturers.
Bosch launches hydrogen fuel-cell system for buses
Bosch has unveiled a hydrogen fuel-cell system for 12–18-metre buses, including the roof-mount FCPM C100 for urban transit, and has expanded its portfolio to support longer-range, fast-refuelling public transport operations.
bitsensing launches retrofit ADAS kit for commercial fleets
bitsensing has launched a retrofit ADAS kit for commercial fleets that has combined radar and camera sensor fusion to issue driver alerts; the system has been piloted with Koreawide Express in Daegu and has been prepared for wider rollout.
Stellantis adopts Toyota and Bosch hybrid systems
Stellantis has sourced a Toyota-backed Blue Nexus hybrid system for the Cherokee and has integrated Bosch EREV technology for upcoming SUVs and pickups, as the company has shifted investment towards hybrids to improve fuel economy and accelerate market entry.
Qualcomm unveils AI-native 6G prototypes at MWC
Qualcomm has presented AI-native 6G prototypes at MWC Barcelona 2026, demonstrating multi-vendor RF alignment, sensing-enabled digital twins, agentic AI services and millimetre-wave non-terrestrial network developments that have advanced early ecosystem validation and prototyping.
P3 to develop middleware standardising mapping data
P3 Digital Services has launched a development programme and has begun creating middleware to translate high‑definition map data from Android Automotive OS and Google VMS into the ADASIS protocol to enable vendor‑agnostic ADAS integration.
Mahindra to adopt Mobileye ADAS for six models
Mahindra has selected Mobileye's SuperVision and Surround ADAS, configured with EyeQ6H SoCs, for at least six models; Mobileye has been appointed Tier 1 supplier and production has been scheduled to begin in 2027.
BorgWarner to supply 800V iDM and dual-inverter generator
BorgWarner has secured a contract to supply an 800 V integrated drive module and a dual-inverter generator for a North American OEM's extended-range electric trucks and large SUVs, with production scheduled to begin in 2029.
Bitsensing launches retrofit ADAS kit for commercial fleets
Bitsensing has launched an aftermarket ADAS kit for commercial vehicles, has combined radar and camera sensors to deliver UNECE-compliant warnings, and has piloted the system with Koreawide Express in Daegu for planned retrofit scaling across fleets.
STMicroelectronics completes NXP MEMS acquisition
STMicroelectronics has completed the acquisition of NXP's MEMS sensor business, has secured regulatory approvals and has added MEMS product lines expected to contribute about $45m in revenue from the first quarter of 2026.
Hyundai Mobis forms alliance for holographic windscreens
Hyundai Mobis has formed a four-member alliance with ZEISS, tesa and Saint-Gobain Sekurit to develop and industrialise holographic windscreen displays and has targeted mass production by around 2029; partners have assumed roles in optics, film replication and glass lamination.
Valeo and Kapsch develop V2X tolling solution
Valeo and Kapsch have partnered to develop a C‑V2X tolling system and have demonstrated it at a 5GAA meeting; the system has been designed to enable direct vehicle‑to‑roadside transactions and reduce reliance on traditional toll infrastructure.
5G-HUB: Integrating Terrestrial and Satellite 5G
The 5G-HUB project has demonstrated integrated terrestrial-satellite 5G enabling resilient, continuous mission-critical services, has developed smart gateways and dual-mode terminals, and has validated vertical handover and dynamic resource orchestration aligned with GOVSATCOM objectives.
Hyundai Mobis launches 5G telematics control unit
Hyundai Mobis announced a 5G multi-function telematics control unit for autonomous and software-defined vehicles, targeting completion of development by H1 2026 and expansion into the global connected-vehicle market.
Sterling Tools, MINIEYE to localise ADAS for India
Sterling Tools and MINIEYE will localise ADAS and DMS for Indian roads, combining local manufacturing and OEM ties with MINIEYE’s software to meet 2027 safety norms.
Samsung SDI and KGM to develop 46-series EV battery packs
Samsung SDI and KG Mobility will co-develop battery pack technology for 46-series cylindrical cells, targeting KGM electric vehicles and pursuing joint R&D and coordinated global market strategy.
Webasto and Maccor collaborate on EV battery test systems
Webasto and Maccor have partnered to offer integrated EV battery test systems from cell cycling to high-voltage pack emulation, supplying OEMs, labs and universities with US-based manufacture and service.
