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Autonomous electric truck company Einride to adopt hands-free charging solutions from Rocsys

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Rocsys, a provider of hands-free charging solutions, has collaborated with freight technology company Einride, to demonstrate fully autonomous logistics.

The collaboration highlights Rocsys’ hands-free charging of Einride’s autonomous electric vehicle, showcasing the seamless integration of end-to-end automated operations.

The demonstration was part of the MODI project, co-financed by the European Union and took place at AstaZero, a fully owned subsidiary of RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, the world’s first full-scale independent test environment for automated transport systems. [Read more…] about Autonomous electric truck company Einride to adopt hands-free charging solutions from Rocsys

Indy Autonomous Challenge to join Grand Prix of Monterey at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

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The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) will help jumpstart the Grand Prix of Monterey with an autonomous race held on the famed WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca on Thursday, July 24, 2025.

The race event will include a time trial competition of the world’s fastest autonomous racecars piloted by AI driver software developed by university teams from North America, Europe, and Asia.

Paul Mitchell, CEO of Indy Autonomous Challenge and its parent company Aidoptation, says: “Running an autonomous race as part of the Grand Prix of Monterey, on the same track and the same weekend as an NTT Indycar Series event, is a powerful testament to how far the IAC and our university teams have advanced the field of AI and autonomy. [Read more…] about Indy Autonomous Challenge to join Grand Prix of Monterey at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

Komatsu selects Ouster lidar for its supermassive autonomous vehicles

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Komatsu, which manufactures driverless dump trucks and other equipment for the construction, mining, and forestry sectors, has selected Ouster for the supply of lidar for its supermassive autonomous vehicles.

The two companies signed a “multimillion-dollar agreement” to equip Komatsu’s vehicles with advanced 3D digital lidar sensors.

Ouster sensors include benefits such as zone monitoring and routine firmware updates that continuously improve the performance of the stack and accelerate product development. [Read more…] about Komatsu selects Ouster lidar for its supermassive autonomous vehicles

Toyota partners with Waymo to develop autonomous driving tech

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Toyota and Waymo have reached a preliminary agreement to explore a collaboration focused on accelerating the development and deployment of autonomous driving technologies.

Woven by Toyota will also join the potential collaboration as Toyota’s strategic enabler, contributing its strengths in advanced software and mobility innovation. This potential partnership is built on a shared vision of improving road safety and delivering increased mobility for all.

Toyota and Waymo aim to combine their respective strengths to develop a new autonomous vehicle platform. [Read more…] about Toyota partners with Waymo to develop autonomous driving tech

Hyundai and Plus AI to roll out hydrogen-powered autonomous trucks across US freight routes

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Hyundai and Plus AI have unveiled a shared vision at the recent Advanced Clean Transportation Expo in Anaheim, California, outlining their collaboration on autonomous hydrogen-powered fuel cell trucks and their aims to accelerate the development of a hydrogen-powered freight network in the United States.

The collaboration pairs Hyundai Motor’s hydrogen-powered XCIENT Fuel Cell truck with Plus’s AI-based autonomous driving software, SuperDrive, proposing a scalable and cost-effective solution to long-haul freight that aims to reduce the carbon footprint of commercial transportation.

Jim Park, SVP of commercial vehicle and hydrogen business development at Hyundai Motor North America, says: “Hyundai Motor believes in a sustainable future powered by advanced fuel cell technologies. [Read more…] about Hyundai and Plus AI to roll out hydrogen-powered autonomous trucks across US freight routes

US government launches new plan to beat China in the autonomous vehicles race

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The US government has unveiled a new plan or “framework” to beat China in the autonomous vehicle race.

Sean P. Duffy, US Secretary of Transportation, announced the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) new Automated Vehicle (AV) Framework as part of his transportation innovation agenda.

The new framework will “unleash American ingenuity, maintain key safety standards, and prevent a harmful patchwork of state laws and regulations”, according to Duffy. [Read more…] about US government launches new plan to beat China in the autonomous vehicles race

ADAS: Top 25 advanced driver assistance systems companies in 2025

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Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are increasingly central to automotive innovation, offering features that make driving safer, more comfortable, and more intelligent.

While not fully autonomous, ADAS technologies are seen as stepping stones toward higher levels of driving automation. [Read more…] about ADAS: Top 25 advanced driver assistance systems companies in 2025

Continental showcases autonomous driving technologies at Auto Shanghai 2025

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Continental unveiled a range of cutting-edge technologies at Auto Shanghai 2025 under the theme “Advancing Mobility from Road to Cloud”.

The company highlighted its innovations in software-defined vehicles, intelligent driving systems, user experience, and advanced lighting – all geared toward safer, smarter, and more sustainable mobility. [Read more…] about Continental showcases autonomous driving technologies at Auto Shanghai 2025

Nissan to launch next generation autonomous driving technology in 2027

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Nissan says it will launch its next generation autonomous driving technology – ProPILOT – from fiscal year 2027.

The system, featuring Nissan Ground Truth Perception technology with next-generation Lidar and Wayve AI Driver software, will “set a new standard” for autonomous driving with advanced collision avoidance capability.

Wayve AI Driver software, built on Wayve’s embodied AI foundation model, is designed to handle highly complex real-world driving conditions in a human-like manner. [Read more…] about Nissan to launch next generation autonomous driving technology in 2027

​Volkswagen unveils its first AI-powered advanced driver assistance system

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​Volkswagen Group has unveiled its first self-developed, AI-powered Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) tailored specifically for the Chinese market.

This initiative is a significant component of the company’s “In China, for China” strategy, aiming to enhance its technological footprint within China. ​ [Read more…] about ​Volkswagen unveils its first AI-powered advanced driver assistance system