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Teradar enters paid evaluation program with German automaker for terahertz vehicle sensing technology

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Teradar, a developer of terahertz (THz) vision technology, has entered a paid technical evaluation program with a major German automotive manufacturer to assess its sensing technology for future advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving platforms.

The evaluation will focus on scenarios where existing sensing technologies such as cameras, radar, and lidar can struggle, including adverse weather conditions and complex edge cases involving small objects at long range.

As part of the program, the automaker will invest engineering resources and provide access to specialist testing facilities to evaluate Teradar’s Summit terahertz vision sensor under controlled rain and fog conditions. [Read more…] about Teradar enters paid evaluation program with German automaker for terahertz vehicle sensing technology

Stellantis expands Qualcomm partnership for AI-powered vehicle platforms

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Stellantis and Qualcomm Technologies have announced an expansion of their multi-year technology collaboration to power next-generation Stellantis vehicles with Qualcomm Technologies’ Snapdragon Digital Chassis system-on-chips (SoCs).

The expanded collaboration integrates Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions with STLA Brain, Stellantis’ electronic and software platform, enhancing cockpit, connectivity and advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) performance.

The scalable technology foundation aims to accelerate time to market, enable continuous feature upgrades and enhance the driving experience. Built to scale across brands and segments, Snapdragon Digital Chassis SoCs support Stellantis’ broader strategy to improve cost efficiency through platform standardization. [Read more…] about Stellantis expands Qualcomm partnership for AI-powered vehicle platforms

Why Modern Vehicles Depend on ECUs

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Today’s vehicles are no longer defined solely by their mechanical parts. Behind every smooth gear shift, every stable braking response, and every millisecond of engine timing sits an electronic control unit – commonly known as an ECU.

These small embedded computers have become the backbone of vehicle operation, managing everything from fuel delivery to collision prevention.

A single modern car can contain anywhere from 80 to over 100 ECUs, each assigned to a specific system. Understanding why vehicles depend so heavily on these units helps explain how cars, trucks, and electric vehicles function at the level drivers now expect. [Read more…] about Why Modern Vehicles Depend on ECUs

Harman to acquire ZF’s ADAS business in deal valued at €1.5 billion

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Harman International, a provider of automotive technology and lifestyle audio, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the advanced driver assistance systems business of ZF Group, comprising automotive compute solutions, smart cameras, radars and ADAS software functions.

The transaction is valued at €1.5 billion. [Read more…] about Harman to acquire ZF’s ADAS business in deal valued at €1.5 billion

ZF and Horizon Robotics to jointly launch advanced driver assistance system for China

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ZF Group has agreed a collaboration with Horizon Robotics to launch an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) in the Chinese market, supporting up to SAE Level 3 of assisted driving and China’s urban “Navigate on Autopilot” (NOA).

Scheduled for mass production and delivery in 2026, the system will be applied to an electric vehicle platform of a Chinese automobile brand. This move signifies a key breakthrough in ZF’s localization strategy in China in the intelligent driving field and injects strong impetus into China’s automotive industry.

The jointly developed advanced driver assistance system with a processing power of up to 1,000+ TOPS is based on ZF’s ProAI automotive-grade compute platform and includes Horizon Robotics’ latest Journey 6P processing hardware. [Read more…] about ZF and Horizon Robotics to jointly launch advanced driver assistance system for China

Horizon Robotics raises more than $800 million and opens office in Europe

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Horizon Robotics, a provider of technology for autonomous vehicles, has raised approximately $800 million by issuing new shares – or what’s called a “top-up placement” in investment jargon – on the Hong Kong stock exchange, according to Reuters.

The company also announced the official establishment of its European headquarters – in Munich, Germany – describing it as a “strategic milestone” that strengthens its global expansion and localized operations, enabling Horizon Robotics to deliver safer, more comfortable, and more convenient mobility experiences for drivers and passengers worldwide.

Building on its collaborations with global OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, Horizon Robotics showcased its flagship full-scenario urban-NOA (Navigate on Autopilot) solution, HSD (Horizon SuperDrive), at the event. [Read more…] about Horizon Robotics raises more than $800 million and opens office in Europe

6 New Advances in the Automotive Aftermarket

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The automotive aftermarket industry is all about the parts, services, and upgrades needed to keep a vehicle running after it leaves the dealership.

Over the past few years, this industry has seen big changes thanks to new technology, shifting customer needs, and evolving regulations.

According to Grand View Research, the global automotive aftermarket is expected to grow from $468.91 billion in 2024 to over $585 billion by 2030. [Read more…] about 6 New Advances in the Automotive Aftermarket

Foretellix and MathWorks partner to develop autonomous vehicles for Mazda

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Foretellix, a provider of data-driven autonomy development toolchains, and MathWorks, a developer of mathematical computing software, are partnering to help build Mazda’s next generation of autonomous vehicles.

This collaboration accelerates the development and deployment of “safer, more robust autonomous systems”, say the companies.

The integration of Foretellix’s Foretify platform with Simulink and Automated Driving Toolbox from MathWorks, enables developers to generate, execute, and analyze large-scale scenarios in a virtual environment. [Read more…] about Foretellix and MathWorks partner to develop autonomous vehicles for Mazda

The Role of Technology in Semi-Truck Accident Prevention

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The transportation industry is a big part of the global economy, especially the economy in the USA. Currently, the transportation industry is really expanding and tracking companies play a big role in that expansion.

As you’re probably aware, a large vehicles such as trucks and semi trucks are extremely important as they ensure that the goods are transported across vast distances on time for stuff new line

However, these large vehicles also pose a threat to road safety. As you may have noticed in the last couple of years the frequency of trucks on the roads has increased drastically and this has also increased the risk of accidents. [Read more…] about The Role of Technology in Semi-Truck Accident Prevention

ECARX launches new autonomous driving ADAS platform for global car manufacturers

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ECARX, a provider of mobility technology, has launched a new series of Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) enabled products, starting with the ECARX Skyland Pro. It will support drivers as the autonomy of their vehicles increases.

Delivery of the ECARX ADAS platform has already taken place, with the beginning of mass production marking a significant milestone for the company. Owing to its dual system-on-chip (SoC) architecture, ECARX Skyland Pro delivers exceptional performance, and is supported by a sophisticated safety system.

Deploying two Black Sesame Huashan-2 A1000 automotive-grade SoCs to deliver comprehensive computing power of 116 tera operations per second (TOPS) at 8-bit integer (INT8), the high-performance ECARX Skyland Pro enables L2+ advanced driving and parking. [Read more…] about ECARX launches new autonomous driving ADAS platform for global car manufacturers