What the EU’s new ADDW mandate means for drivers The EU’s new Advanced Driver Distraction Warning rules apply to new cars across the bloc. The systems monitor whether drivers are looking away from the road, raising a key question alongside their safety role: how is in-cabin camera data processed, protected and who, if anyone, can access it? Ulrich Hottelet
Joynext and Nextchip develop ADAS platforms Joynext and Nextchip are developing integrated ADAS solutions for global vehicle programmes. Their partnership combines the APACHE6 AI SoC with camera systems, software and system integration, while targeting scalable and cost-efficient platforms for future vehicle architectures. Nicole Ahner
ZF Lifetec develops seat belt with infrared signature ZF Lifetec has integrated an infrared signature into seat belt webbing so in-cabin cameras can distinguish it from clothing, skin and seat surfaces. The technology is intended to detect incorrect belt routing more precisely and provide better input for occupant safety systems. Ronja Schmiedchen
NHTSA probes Tesla Autopilot over safety concerns US regulators are intensifying their investigation into Tesla’s driver assistance system, as crash data raises concerns about the reliability of camera-based autonomy in poor visibility. Benjamin Müller
