Vehicle communication hardware, networks, standards or data links enabling connected services.
Samsung and Verizon complete AI-powered 5G ISAC trial
Samsung and Verizon completed an AI-powered integrated sensing and communications trial over commercial 5G infrastructure in Dallas. The vRAN-based system generated crowd-density heatmaps from radio signals without dedicated cameras, lidar or sensing hardware, demonstrating a potential foundation for 6G capabilities.
CCC advances standardised digital-key connectivity after 15 years
The Car Connectivity Consortium says companies are testing Digital Key Version 4, which expands key sharing and supports fleet and shared-vehicle access. New task groups will develop connectivity use cases for rental, rideshare and commercial fleets.
Toyota demonstrates voice messaging over Iridium satellite connectivity
Iridium, Deutsche Telekom IoT and Toyota have demonstrated standards-based NB-IoT voice messaging from a vehicle via Iridium’s global satellite network. A roaming agreement is complete, with commercial availability for Deutsche Telekom IoT customers planned for the fourth quarter of 2026.
Nokia launches AI and edge-computing platform for mission-critical operations
Nokia has launched Cognitive Operations and the ruggedised Cognitive Edge Node, combining AI, multi-access connectivity and GPU-accelerated edge computing for mining initially, with public-safety and defence versions planned.
CCC appoints Bahar Sadeghi as senior director of technical strategy
The Car Connectivity Consortium has appointed Bahar Sadeghi as senior director of technical strategy and advisory. She will guide technical and certification work as CCC expands its connected-vehicle standards activity into fleet management and micromobility.
AT&T adds Amazon Leo satellite connectivity to its enterprise offering
AT&T will distribute Amazon Leo satellite broadband alongside fibre and 5G for US enterprise customers, targeting remote sites, field operations and resilience. The article also reports EU operators exploring shared D2D spectrum and US proposals to expand satellite communications access.
AMG Systems launches compact industrial Ethernet switch for transport infrastructure
AMG Systems has launched the AMG577 Series, integrating a managed Ethernet switch, PoE and a 350W power supply in a compact 1U enclosure for space-constrained roadside, transport and critical-infrastructure networks.
CCC Plugfest in China advances digital-key interoperability testing
The Car Connectivity Consortium’s Plugfest #19, hosted by Geely in Ningbo, brings automotive and technology members together to test Digital Key versions 3 and 4. Testing covers Bluetooth LE, NFC, passive entry and China-specific cross-platform key-sharing scenarios.
Polestar cuts 2026 sales outlook as US connected-vehicle ban bites
Polestar has lowered its 2026 sales-growth guidance after US Connected Vehicle Rule restrictions blocked future model-year sales. The EV maker also reported lower first-half revenue and unveiled its Formula 2030 concept car as it seeks to strengthen sales and reach profitability.
Deutsche Telekom and Ericsson deploy private 5G at Hamburg port
Deutsche Telekom and Ericsson have deployed a private 5G campus network at HHLA’s Container Terminal Altenwerder in Hamburg. The government-backed PROCON-5G project connects vehicles, sensors and IT systems, supporting port automation and real-time logistics operations.
Automakers urge US Congress to ban Chinese connected vehicles
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation is urging US lawmakers to permanently prohibit the sale, import and manufacture of Chinese connected vehicles, hardware and software, citing national security concerns and competitive risks.
VodafoneThree launches UK 5G standalone network slicing services
VodafoneThree has launched tiered 5G standalone network-slicing services in the UK for consumers and enterprises. The portfolio includes dedicated national business capacity and a planned 2027 critical-services slice, with guaranteed speeds and prioritised connectivity.
Michelin Connected Fleet and Doran integrate predictive tyre monitoring
Michelin Connected Fleet and Doran are integrating Doran’s commercial-vehicle tyre pressure and temperature monitoring hardware with Michelin’s Smart Predictive Tire solution, making the combined offering available through Platform Science’s Virtual Vehicle Marketplace.
ZF showcases software-defined commercial-vehicle technology
ZF will showcase software-defined commercial-vehicle technologies at IAA Transportation 2026, including secure over-the-air updates, diagnostics, condition monitoring and its Truck Trailer Link for real-time truck-trailer data exchange.
AGL GSoC projects target AI cameras, Bluetooth and LiDAR perception
Automotive Grade Linux’s 2026 Google Summer of Code projects include an AI-enabled multi-camera backup system, a modern BlueZ Bluetooth integration and ROS2-based simulated LiDAR perception using CARLA and embedded hardware.
YouTaxi launches digital rural car-sharing pilot using Invers technology
Tobit Laboratories has launched YouTaxi, a staff-free community car-sharing pilot in Ahaus, Germany. The service uses Invers CloudBoxx, Driving Analysis and chaynsOS for digital vehicle access, rental automation, fleet operations and driving-behaviour monitoring.
Motive and Highway Restore ELD Data Access After Integration Dispute
Motive and Highway have agreed to restore authorised access to Motive customers’ ELD data, ending a disruption that reduced refresh frequency for Highway. Commercial terms remain unresolved, while the companies discuss updating their agreement and improving data fidelity and latency.
5GAA and China-SAE renew agreement on connected-vehicle development
5GAA and China-SAE have renewed their MoU to advance Cellular-V2X, covering applications, safety assurance, future services and international standards for connected vehicles.
Cohda MK6 V2X on-board unit earns OmniAir certification
Cohda Wireless’s MK6 LTE-V2X on-board unit has earned OmniAir certification after meeting interoperability, performance, security and standards-compliance tests. Certification of both the OBU and roadside unit enables deployment of the complete C-V2X platform across the United States.
Software-defined vehicles drive new connectivity demands
Connected-vehicle data traffic is forecast to quadruple by 2030 as software updates and in-vehicle services expand. The article examines how eSIM provisioning and 5G are reshaping connectivity management for software-defined vehicles.
Tesla integrates Starlink satellite connectivity into Cybercab robotaxis
Tesla has integrated SpaceX’s Starlink Mini satellite-internet hardware into its Cybercab robotaxis, enabling high-speed connectivity for passengers. The autonomous electric vehicles are already being deployed in multiple US cities, with international expansion planned.
WEX launches AI fuel-fraud tool and device-free fleet telematics platform
WEX launched SecureFuel, combining fleet-card transaction and vehicle-telematics data to detect fuel fraud, and made Standard Fleet’s device-free connected-vehicle platform available to customers.
CCC expands Digital Key certification network with US test labs
The Car Connectivity Consortium has authorised Accenture and DEKRA laboratories in the US for Digital Key certification testing, expanding its network across North America. The facilities will test interoperability across UWB, NFC and Bluetooth Low Energy for automakers and suppliers.
Survey finds 75% of drivers would pay for satellite-connected car services
A Viasat and 5GAA survey of 1,606 drivers across 10 countries found 75% would pay for satellite-based vehicle connectivity. Emergency calls and real-time hazard alerts were the most valued services, while drivers in India, Indonesia and Brazil reported the greatest coverage gaps and willingness to pay.
ZF demonstrates intelligent-trailer safety and electronic control technologies
ZF demonstrated intelligent-trailer technologies in Ohio, including four-sensor braking, rollover prevention, automated reversing protection and electronically controlled braking. The company says improved tractor-trailer communications will enable more advanced safety, telematics and electrified-axle functions.
Xiaomi opens Chinese presales for Skynomad N70 and N90 crossovers
Xiaomi has opened Chinese presales for its Skynomad N70 and N90 range-extended crossovers, priced from 259,900 yuan. The models offer up to 505km of CLTC electric range, LiDAR-based assisted driving and 5G connectivity, with the N90 launching in September 2026.
Japan’s private 5G market shifts from trials to operational deployments
Japan’s private 5G market is shifting from demonstrations to operational deployments across ports, factories, utilities and transport. Applications include autonomous vehicles and robots, machine vision, remote machinery control and Level 4 driving, with spending forecast to grow at about 55% annually to 2030.
ZF presents scalable 360-degree safety system for trucks and trailers
ZF is presenting scalable active-safety technology for trucks and trailers, combining radar, camera, braking and steering through a truck-trailer Ethernet link. The system supports collision prevention, highway assistance, yard manoeuvring and future automation.
Soracom launches Automotive Suite for connected-vehicle lifecycle management
Soracom has launched Automotive Suite, an API-driven platform for managing connected-vehicle connectivity throughout the vehicle lifecycle. It combines SGP.32 eSIM profile switching, multi-carrier management, in-car Wi-Fi and usage-based billing, including support for European emergency-call services.
Ruptela to launch adapter for accessing vehicle data through existing telematics hardware
Ruptela plans to release CAN For ALL in summer 2026, a dual-CAN FD adapter that adds vehicle data access to existing telematics hardware. It supports wired J1939/FMS and Bluetooth LE outputs, enabling combined truck, trailer, van and tachograph data collection.
US connected-vehicle rules raise technology supply-chain risks
US restrictions on connected-vehicle hardware and automated-driving software linked to China or Russia are forcing automakers to scrutinise technology provenance, ownership and supplier dependencies. Software restrictions begin for model year 2027, with hardware restrictions following from 2029 or 2030.
Viasat demonstrates satellite voice calls integrated into BMW vehicle
Viasat has demonstrated satellite voice calls integrated into a BMW Group vehicle platform. The system uses NB-IoT over Viasat’s L-band network, enabling connectivity beyond cellular coverage and supporting potential emergency and safety services.
Custom Fleet plans vehicle-initiated payments rollout in Australia and New Zealand
Custom Fleet is preparing to bring Element Pay’s vehicle-initiated payment platform to Australia and New Zealand. The system links vehicles directly to fuel-station payments, using telematics to support fraud reduction, reconciliation and lower-cost fuel selection, with EV charging and tolls planned.
CalAmp expands Modbus support for connected equipment
CalAmp has made expanded Modbus support generally available, allowing OEMs and solution providers to connect specialty equipment data to cloud platforms. The capability supports remote monitoring of machine health, utilisation, location and service needs across industrial and rental fleets.
Thales and operators deploy multi-network IoT eSIM platform
Thales, Singtel, Optus, AIS and Globe Telecom have deployed a multi-operator IoT eSIM network using GSMA SGP.32. It lets connected vehicles and other devices switch between participating mobile networks across borders without SIM replacement or manual intervention.
Syrus 4G IoT telematics device architecture overview
Syrus 4G has been provided with ApexOS, a Yocto-based Linux distribution, and has featured core apex commands, an SDK, preinstalled SyrusJS with Syruslang, an ECU CAN bus reader, and a SyrusCloud remote management portal.
Verizon to provide 5G SA and LTE for BMW US models
Verizon Business has agreed to provide 5G Standalone and LTE connectivity for newly manufactured BMW Group vehicles in the US via KDDI's Global Communications Platform, supporting BMW Connected Drive, infotainment, remote services and telematics.
Soracom commercially releases SGP.32 IoT eSIMs and orchestration platform
Soracom has commercially released its Connectivity Hypervisor and SGP.32-compatible IoT eSIMs, enabling remote management and switching of multiple operator profiles through one API. The technology supports connected vehicles and other long-life IoT deployments.
Telstra outage disrupts Australia’s national rail communications network
A major Telstra 4G outage disrupted ARTC’s safety-critical National Train Communications System, suspending freight and passenger rail services. Services are being restored in phases after communications testing.
Standards challenge for interoperable digital car keys
The Car Connectivity Consortium has convened industry stakeholders and has expanded testing and certification to address interoperability, security and proximity authentication requirements for smartphone-based digital vehicle keys, while adoption and consumer acceptance have remained uneven.
Pikyrent integrates Invers CloudBoxx with B2-Ride platform
Pikyrent has selected Invers as its strategic IoT partner, integrating CloudBoxx into its B2-Ride platform. The collaboration will provide B2B customers with scalable software and connected-vehicle technology for car sharing and fleet management across Europe.
Volvo CE to showcase electric machines and digital services at Steinexpo
Volvo CE will present new quarrying machines, electric equipment and connected Site Solutions at Steinexpo in Germany from 2–5 September 2026, including the R60 rigid hauler and EC560 crawler excavator.
Tele2 IoT and Lenovo Connect partner on global automotive connectivity
Tele2 IoT and Lenovo Connect have partnered to combine managed connectivity, connectivity management, endpoint management and eSIM capabilities for global IoT deployments, with a particular focus on connected vehicles and automotive customers.
Connected-vehicle data growth puts 5G and SDVs at the centre of automotive IoT
Industry experts and research forecasts point to rapidly rising connected-vehicle data volumes, driven by richer services, over-the-air updates, AI and electrification. 5G is expected to dominate automotive connectivity as OEMs develop software-defined vehicles.
Telit Cinterion NExT eSIM Enables FleetSafe.ai Video Telematics
Telit Cinterion’s NExT eSIM has been deployed with FleetSafe.ai to support AI video telematics in the 2026 British Truck Racing Championship, providing managed multiprofile connectivity, centralised control and usage diagnostics for high-bandwidth fleet video applications.
Li Auto launches electric SUVs in Macau through dealer partnership
Li Auto has begun selling electric i6 and i8 SUVs in Macau through a regional dealer partnership. The vehicles include modified telematics, dual connectivity cards and software supporting cross-border travel, ahead of the company’s planned right-hand-drive expansion.
Mlink begins live testing of chipset on Iridium NTN Direct
Mlink has begun live on-air testing of its MS150-IR IoT-NTN chipset on Iridium’s 3GPP-based satellite network. Certification and product availability are expected before the end of 2026, supporting global connectivity for applications including automotive and logistics.
CCC Digital Key Version 4: Interoperability and Security
The Car Connectivity Consortium has released Digital Key Version 4, has prioritised interoperability and certification, has strengthened NFC fallback testing, and has implemented rapid credential revocation and crypto agility to support long-term cross-vendor vehicle security.
BYD integrates eCall in Australian models
BYD has partnered with Intelematics to integrate eCall functionality into Australian models, beginning with the Sealion 8, and has implemented Automatic Collision Notification, SOS calling and enhanced crash-data reporting for ANCAP compliance.