3 Questions for… Steve Basra, Director, Global Head of Automotive, Google Cloud Benjamin Müller 28 April 2025
The Automotive Industry on the Way to the User-Defined Vehicle automotiveIT car.summit 2024 Werner Beutnagel 21 March 2025
EU AI Regulation Process Map for making AI systems available The EU AI Regulation raises crucial questions, especially for companies in the automotive industry. The following article navigates through the key phases of the compliance process and highlights the specific challenges. Andrea Hoffmann-Topp 28 April 2025
The Automotive Industry on the Brink of Change These are the Strategies for the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) It is now important to consider Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV) more holistically. After all, completely new business models are associated with them. Who is adopting which strategy? Andrea Hoffmann-Topp 24 April 2025
Collaboration between Mapper and OEM TomTom equips Smart models Traffic jams, local accident hotspots and potential dangers: By integrating TomTom's services, Smart aims to provide its customers with additional navigation functions and comprehensive real-time information in the future. Benjamin Müller 24 April 2025
AI Meets Regulation Pioneers for Autonomous Driving in Europe Discover the core aspects of the AI-Assurance-in-Mobility Europe 2025 conference. Experts in Berlin highlighted the crucial questions surrounding AI-supported driver assistance systems and autonomous driving at the intersection of technology and legislation. Andrea Hoffmann-Topp 29 April 2025
How “noiseless” diode technology enables more efficient LiDAR With LiDAR and InGaAs to Fully Autonomous Driving Light-detection and ranging (LiDAR) instruments have become key components of automotive designs that implement advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) that range from level three control all the way to full autonomy. Ben White 23 April 2025
Heiko Schilling, Stellantis "Autonomous Driving Should Not Remain a Premium Feature" Following BMW, Stellantis also wants to combine Level 2+ and Level 3 in one vehicle. Heiko Schilling, Senior Vice President Software and AI Engineering, explains how the ADAS system was developed and why it is not yet going into series production. Timo Gilgen 15 April 2025
High-calibre programme and personal networking All Information on the 13th Automotive Wire Harness Congress The wiring systems industry is undergoing extreme changes: There are software updates instead of cables, 800-volt technology instead of standard power, and many more changes... At the Automotive Wire Harness 2025, you can see who is leading the way. What can participants expect? Dr. Martin Large 10 April 2025
“Ac2ated Sound” Continental turns the display into a sound source Continental integrates audio functions directly into the display unit for the first time with the Ac2ated Sound Display. The technology uses the display glass for sound transmission - and aims to open up new possibilities for space, weight, and user interaction. Ronja Schmiedchen 1 April 2025
U.S. ban on Chinese auto software Are Connected Vehicles from China a Threat? The United States has introduced new regulations prohibiting the use of Chinese software and hardware components, a move that has major global implications for the automotive industry. In Europe, this drastic measure has sparked criticism. Ulrich Hottelet 24 March 2025
Auto Shanghai 2025 Volkswagen Unveils China-Exclusive Electric Models At Auto Shanghai 2025, Volkswagen debuts AI-enhanced vehicles designed for the Chinese market, aiming to boost sales with NEVs. Benjamin Müller 25 April 2025
Modular Charging Elecq Enters German Market The Chinese charging technology company Elecq is entering the German market this May. Founded in 2023, the company provides both AC wall-mounted chargers and DC fast-charging stations. Benjamin Müller 23 April 2025
From poor connections to thermal runaway Thermal imaging cameras monitor thermal events in EV batteries Thermal runaways can make electric vehicles hit the headlines. But how can such an event be predicted? Thermal imaging cameras can help with this. What scenarios are there and what are the results. Nicole Ahner 22 April 2025
In-Car Gaming via AirConsole Volkswagen brings Pac-Man into the vehicle Volkswagen is further expanding the gaming offering in selected models. From now on, Pac-Man is available to play on the infotainment display in the parked vehicle via the optional In-Car app AirConsole. The smartphone serves as the controller. Benjamin Müller
Qwen meets Neue Klasse BMW and Alibaba Deepen Strategic Partnership in China BMW and Alibaba announced an expanded partnership in China, accelerating the integration of Alibaba’s Qwen large language model into BMW’s Neue Klasse models. This collaboration is part of BMW’s strategy of increasing cooperation with Chinese tech companies. Benjamin Müller
User Experience Nio Introduces New Vehicle API With the new Vehicle API, Nio aims to create a platform that efficiently connects vehicles with third-party apps and energy systems. It is intended to provide easy integration and new opportunities for smart mobility solutions. Ronja Schmiedchen
