Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTCE) is celebrating its 35th anniversary since its inception in the UK. What started as a modest outbuilding on Nissan’s Sunderland production site has evolved into a thriving R&D hub in Cranfield, boasting a workforce of 1,000 dedicated employees. Over the years, NTCE has transformed into
Robotics Plus, a pioneering New Zealand-based company, has unveiled its groundbreaking autonomous hybrid vehicle called Prospr. Designed to revolutionize orchard and vineyard crop management, Prospr offers increased efficiency, sustainability, and reduced labor reliance. This innovative vehicle boasts a range of swappable tools, including tower sprayers suitable for grapes, apples, or
Great Wall Motor (GWM) and Autoliv China, a subsidiary of Autoliv Inc., have recently unveiled an exciting partnership aimed at advancing automotive safety technologies to new heights. This collaboration builds on a longstanding relationship dating back to 2003 when Autoliv first pioneered and supplied seat belts for GWM’s SUVs. Now,
Aurrigo, a leading autonomous vehicle technology company, has announced its active participation in the Living Lab for Autonomous Public Transport (LivingLAPT) project, a groundbreaking initiative that has received funding from the European Union. This ambitious project is set to span three European cities: Prague, Brno, and Milton Keynes. The primary
In a groundbreaking move for the electric vehicle (EV) industry, InoBat, a prominent player in advanced battery technology, has inked a pre-joint venture agreement with Gotion High-Tech to construct a colossal Gigafactory dedicated to EV battery production in Europe. This monumental endeavor marks a pivotal step towards bolstering the continent’s
Wayve, a self-driving technology startup based in the UK and California, has introduced LINGO-1, a groundbreaking Vision-Language-Action Model (VLAM) designed to enhance the learning and explainability of its AI Driver technology, which powers self-driving vehicles. This innovation aims to provide a deeper understanding of the decision-making processes behind autonomous driving,
Mobileye, a prominent player in the field of autonomous driving technology, and FAW Group, one of China’s largest and most influential automotive conglomerates, have recently unveiled an exciting new strategic partnership. This collaboration is set to leverage the unique strengths of both companies, encompassing software, hardware, and cutting-edge technology products.
BMW Group has made a resounding commitment to the future of electric mobility with its recent announcement of a substantial investment exceeding £600 million in its MINI factories located in the United Kingdom. This strategic move will undoubtedly shape the landscape of the British automotive industry and reinforce the brand’s
SPACE, a leading provider of simulation and validation solutions, has earned the prestigious Amazon Web Services (AWS) Automotive Competency status. This noteworthy recognition underscores dSPACE’s exceptional expertise in delivering professional services and software solutions that drive transformation within automotive companies’ operational models. In today’s rapidly evolving automotive landscape, cloud technology
Baidu Apollo, a leading player in the autonomous driving industry, continues to rapidly expand its autonomous driving service in the sprawling city of Wuhan, located in central China. Since the launch of its fully driverless robotaxi service in August 2022, Baidu Apollo has reported remarkable growth in various aspects of
