ADAS sensor testing has reached a new milestone at the Digitrans proving ground with the introduction of the outdoor rain plant. This state-of-the-art facility, which became operational in late 2022, has allowed researchers to conduct tests on ADAS sensors in artificially reproduced rain. The project, named InVade (Integrated Vehicle-in-the-Loop for Automated Driving and E-mobility), is […]
Mercedes-Benz Vans has recently announced a groundbreaking development in its vehicle lineup. Starting in 2026, all newly developed vans from the renowned automobile manufacturer will be based on a singular innovative, modular, and scalable architecture known as VAN.EA, which stands for Van Electric Architecture. This move represents a significant shift towards electric mobility and highlights […]
Applied Intuition, a leading provider of simulation and software solutions for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD) systems, has announced a strategic partnership with NI, a prominent provider of hardware and software tools for testing of ADAS and AD systems. This collaboration aims to deliver a comprehensive end-to-end solution for application across […]
Honda has unveiled its latest all-electric offering, the e: Ny1, a compact SUV designed to cater to the increasing demand for all-electric B-segment SUVs. Following the success of the Honda e-city car, the e: Ny1 marks Honda’s second pure EV release in the region. The vehicle was unveiled at a media event held at Honda’s […]
Scotland’s CAVForth project is set to launch a new autonomous bus service that will operate seven days a week starting May 15, 2023. The project will feature a fleet of five Alexander Dennis Enviro200AV autonomous buses that will travel on Stagecoach’s new AB1 route, carrying up to 10,000 passengers per week. The buses will utilize […]
Qualcomm Technologies, a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, has signed an agreement to acquire Autotalks, a semiconductor company that offers vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication solutions for multiple V2X standards. Autotalks aims to reduce the chances of vehicular collisions while improving mobility. With the automotive industry moving towards next-generation software-defined vehicles, V2X communication technologies are becoming increasingly important, […]
Laffite Automobili, a newly established electric hypercar manufacturer, has revealed its first models, including the LM1, the Atrax, and the Barchetta, along with their respective variations, the Atrax Stradale and the Barchetta Coupe. The Turin-based company, founded by former professional racing drivers Bruno Laffite and Pascal Cohen, features an innovative system that produces the sound […]
The London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC), in partnership with Geely Holding Group, has announced the launch of its new electric vehicle (EV) platform, the Space Oriented Architecture (SOA). Developed over two and a half years across R&D centers in the UK, China, Sweden, and Germany, the SOA is a modular and scalable platform designed for […]
Bosch and Plus, two leading players in the automotive industry, have recently announced their partnership to develop driver assistance and partially automated features for commercial vehicles. The collaboration involves combining PlusDrive, the advanced software-based driving system from Plus, with the integrated steering system from Bosch. The resulting L2++ vehicles will offer several automated functions, such […]
Škoda Auto has announced plans to launch four new electric vehicles and update two existing models in its Enyaq iV family, expanding its range of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) to six by 2026. The Czech carmaker will invest €5.6bn in e-mobility by 2027, as it aims to diversify its all-electric portfolio with a small SUV, a […]
