Firefly relies on map data and services from Here Nio's more affordable sub-brand Firefly will soon be supplied by Here with map data and location-based services for electric vehicles and driver assistance systems. Here aims to strengthen its presence in China, while Nio aims to strengthen its presence in Europe. Benjamin Müller
“God’s Eye” by BYD in Practical Test BYD aims to revolutionise autonomous driving with its God’s Eye technology. Three performance levels, AI-supported scenario recognition, and impressive driving performance in the test show: The Chinese system is convincing - but when will it be available in Europe? Wolfgang Gomoll
“The industry is trending toward deeper hardware and software integration” Ahead of the Automobil-Elektronik Kongress 25, we talked to Dr. Liming Chen, President at Horizon Robotics, about the latest trends in the field of advanced driver-assistance systems. Benjamin Müller
This was the Automotive Software Strategies Conference 2025 The 6th Automotive Software Strategies Conference brought global industry leaders to Munich for two days of in-depth presentations and strategic insights. The event focused on SDVs, the adoption of Rust, monetisation models, AI in development, and the evolving software supply chain. Benjamin Müller
How serious is Friedrich Merz about Autonomous Driving? Autonomous Driving is set to soon commence regular operations in Germany - this is promised by the coalition agreement of CDU and SPD. But how? An analysis of the opportunities, legal hurdles, and the status quo. Timo Gilgen
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
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
“Many SDV programmes fail due to old structures” High-tech alone is not enough. The transition to a software-defined vehicle exposes decades-old misconceptions. Joachim Langenwalter reveals why European manufacturers are operating blindly - and what China has long been doing better, with painful insights. Dr. Martin Large
"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
VW brings Mobileye and Valeo technology to MQB fleet Volkswagen expands cooperation with Mobileye and Valeo: Advanced driver assistance systems are to be introduced in future MQB vehicles - including centralised architecture and over-the-air updates. Timo Gilgen
Dr. Stefan Poledna is the new CEO of TTTech Auto The Austrian software provider TTTech Auto has undergone a personnel change at the leadership level: Dr. Stefan Poledna, co-founder and former Chief Technology Officer (CTO), has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective 1 April 2025. Benjamin Müller
Efficient Test Fleet Management for ADAS and AD Cloud-based solutions are transforming test fleet management for ADAS and autonomous vehicles. Through real-time monitoring, efficient data handling, and remote diagnostics, companies like Continental save enormous costs and accelerate development. Bastian Schumacher
Infotainment and ADAS Test: Volvo EX90 vs. XC90 Even though Volvo is keen to spotlight its electric models, the tried-and-true XC90 is still not to be missed. But is it still competitive? Our practical test shows what each Volvo SUV can do. Timo Gilgen
