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
UN sets first global rules for autonomous vehicle approval The UN has adopted the first globally aligned technical framework for highly automated and driverless vehicles. OEMs must now prove safety through audits, simulation, track and road testing, while controlling updates and monitoring performance throughout operation. Holger Holzer
KPIT Moves to Acquire Cybersecurity Specialist Cymotive KPIT is taking a staged route towards full ownership of Cymotive by 2029, strengthening its cybersecurity portfolio as connected, software-defined vehicles turn threat analysis, monitoring and lifecycle protection into strategic requirements. Benjamin Müller
How ARM optimises in-vehicle AI processing As automotive OEMs seek to embed advanced AI-driven functionalities in vehicles, they encounter a familiar challenge: how can these workloads be processed efficiently using the constrained compute resources already embedded in cars? At the Automotive Computing Conference 2025 in Detroit, Robert Day, Director Automotive GTM at Arm Inc., provided practical insights into this question. Benjamin Müller
