- Chinese analysts expect cars from there to go on sale in the US despite tariffs. - Ford expects Chinese automakers could reach America within five to 10 years. - Tariffs and technology rules block direct entry, but affordability could change the politics. Yale Zhang is the managing director at the consultancy Automotive Foresight in Shanghai. He’s well-versed in the Chinese auto industry, and he knows all about the tariffs that keep its cars out of the USA. Despite them, he believes that Americans will force politicians to let Chinese cars into the USA sooner rather than later. Mexicans and Canadians with access to more affordable Chinese EVs could help sway them, too. “[US carmakers] would face complaints from consumers who are supposed to enjoy affordable smart EVs [made by Chinese companies],” Zhang told the South China Morning Post. Mexico already has access to Chinese cars and benefits from the lower prices they can come with. Canada is also now opening up the way to sell Chinese cars after the start of a trade war with the USA. More: Chinese Cars Got Cheap, So Toyota’s Are Getting More Expensive Washington has made it abundantly clear that it sees Chinese vehicles as both an economic and a national-security concern. Chinese-built EVs face a 100 percent tariff, and connected-car rules make direct entry still harder. A Chinese badge on an American dealer lot is not exactly around the corner. Plenty of new cars are wildly expensive, and affordable EVs remain even harder to find. Ford CEO Jim Farley recently told employees that Chinese automakers could enter the U.S. within five to 10 years. Ford is trying to get ahead of that with its own affordable EV program, but Farley has been more candid than most about the ground Detroit needs to make
Aug 11, 2026 · via carscoops.com
Mumbai, Maharashtra, 10th of August, 2026 : Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) today announced a major milestone in its connected mobility journey, with over 0.8 million connected cars currently on Indian roads. Building on strong customer adoption of Hyundai Bluelink, HMIL’s AI-powered connected car technology platform, the company is targeting cumulative connected car sales of 1 million units by 2027. What features does Hyundai Bluelink offer to customers? Through Bluelink, customers can access more than 70 features across various categories such as safety, security and convenience. The key features include remote vehicle monitoring, vehicle health diagnostics, location tracking, trip history, remote commands, in-car payment powered by Hyundai Pay, Digital Key, Digital Passport, Remote Immobilizer and Home-to-Car Connectivity. Bluelink also supports 450+ AI-powered voice commands across five languages. Speaking on HMIL’s endeavor to offer advanced tech to customers, Mr. Tarun Garg, MD & CEO, HMIL, said“The growing adoption of connected vehicles reflects the evolving expectations of customers and the increasing role of technology in shaping mobility. As we move towards our goal of 1 million connected car sales by 2027, we remain focused on advancing software-defined mobility and expanding connected technologies across our portfolio. Our upcoming mass-market electric SUV, which will offer next-generation connected car technology as standard across all variants, marks an important step in strengthening the convergence of connected and electric mobility while delivering future-ready ownership experiences for customers.” How has connected car technology adoption evolved in India and what role has Hyundai Motor India played in this growth? Connected car technology adoption in India has grown significantly in recent years, reflecting increasing customer demand for enhanced convenience, safety and a better vehicle ownership experience. HMIL has played a pioneering role in this evolution through the introduction of Hyundai Bluelink in 2019, which brought OEM-fitted connected car technology to
Aug 10, 2026 · via tripurastarnews.com
Hyundai Motor India Targets Million Connected Vehicle Sales By 2027 - By MT Bureau - August 10, 2026 Hyundai Motor India (HMIL) has announced that it has exceeded 800,000 connected cars on Indian roads and aims to reach cumulative connected vehicle sales of one million units by 2027. The manufacturer targets crossing two million cumulative connected vehicle sales by 2030. Connected vehicle penetration across Hyundai Motor India’s Indian product range has expanded from 4 percent in 2019 to 20 percent in 2026, supported by sales in models including the Creta, Venue and i20. The company's connected mobility infrastructure operates on its Hyundai Bluelink platform, which provides over 70 functions covering safety, security and convenience. Available systems include remote vehicle monitoring, diagnostics, location tracking, in-car payments via Hyundai Pay, remote immobilisation and voice commands supported in five languages. Tarun Garg, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India, said, “The growing adoption of connected vehicles reflects the evolving expectations of customers and the increasing role of technology in shaping mobility. As we move towards our goal of 1 million connected car sales by 2027, we remain focused on advancing software-defined mobility and expanding connected technologies across our portfolio. Our upcoming mass-market electric SUV, which will offer next-generation connected car technology as standard across all variants, marks an important step in strengthening the convergence of connected and electric mobility while delivering future-ready ownership experiences for customers.” Hyundai Motor India introduced OEM-fitted connected vehicle technology to India in 2019 with the launch of the Venue, followed by over-the-air map updates on the i20 in 2020. The company deployed its Audio Video Navigation Telematics platform in 2022, followed by its Connected Car Navigation Cockpit system with controller over-the-air update capability in 2025 to support software-defined vehicle development. The platform has provided roadside assistance and emergency responses
Aug 10, 2026 · via motoring-trends.com
£130 million for cutting-edge next generation vehicles securing over 1,800 jobs Britain's automotive sector will benefit from almost £130 million of investment to ramp up new zero emission technologies, government has announced today. - Investment will support over 1,800 high-value manufacturing jobs, delivering on the Prime Minister’s mission for good growth in every postcode. - Almost £65m of government funding, matched by industry, will drive cutting-edge zero-emission projects, from self-driving cars to more affordable EVs. - Modern Industrial Strategy is bringing business and science together to drive British innovation, boost reindustrialisation and cement the UK’s leading role in advanced manufacturing. Britain’s automotive sector is set to benefit from nearly £130 million of investment to ramp up cutting-edge new zero emission vehicle technologies and support skilled jobs nationwide as the government focuses on delivering good growth in every postcode. Delivered through the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy, the funding will support over 1,800 jobs - and thousands more in the supply chain - across the UK, helping to put more money in people’s pockets and ensure Britain is better off. Auto firms and key R&D partners have been awarded nearly £50 million in government funding that will help businesses build and produce the zero-emission vehicle technologies of the future at scale - helping to drive economic growth while simultaneously making EVs cheaper for consumers. This latest funding is delivered through the DRIVE35 programme - the biggest government investment into the UK’s car industry of the post-war era, with £4 billion to 2035 speeding up the electrification of the automotive industry. This builds on the Government’s mission to reindustrialise every part of the UK, back British innovation and ensure companies are able to succeed and scale here at home. Industry Minister Blair McDougall said: Britain invented the modern motor industry and we’re determined
Aug 10, 2026 · via gov.uk
'Next-gen' electric and self-driving cars to get £130m boost ‘Drive35’ plan wants to… recharge UK automotive. We’ll see ourselves out The UK’s car industry is being given a massive £130m boost… and no, it’s not so it can temporarily repair that nasty pothole on your road. That’d bankrupt the treasury. No, the money’s for developing the electric and self-driving cars that’ll create more of them. As part of its ‘Drive35’ programme, the UK government will dish out £65m worth of grants, matched by £65m from the car industry, to accelerate the development of “cutting edge new zero emission vehicle technologies”, as well as supporting jobs up and down the supply chain, and cutting millions of tonnes of CO2. The idea is the government will invest in new tech – clean, zero-emission and hopefully world-class EV tech – that’ll then help speed the take-up of said EVs, which in turn will help everyone connected to the electric car world much better off. And of course, the nation. So it’s been designed to support, say, scaling up battery manufacturing, making supply chains more resilient by keeping them here, and developing better sensor, brake-by-wire and AI tech that can then be deployed not just in cars, but buses, construction, airports and – oh, hang on – highways maintenance! “Britain invented the modern motor industry and we’re determined to ensure the next generation of vehicles are designed and built here too,” said industry minister Blair McDougall. Bentley, Nissan and electric motor-manufacturer YASA have been confirmed as receiving grants, but there are loads of other companies big and small that’ll get money to develop tech. “This investment is about far more than individual projects. It is about strengthening the UK’s capability to design, develop and build the technologies that will define the vehicles of the
Aug 10, 2026 · via topgear.com
Connected car technology adoption in India has grown significantly in recent years, reflecting increasing customer demand for enhanced convenience, safety and a better vehicle ownership experience. HMIL has played a pioneering role in this evolution through the introduction of Hyundai Bluelink in 2019, which brought OEM-fitted connected car technology to Indian customers. Since then, connected vehicle penetration across HMIL's portfolio has increased five-fold, rising from 4% in 2019 to 20% in 2026, highlighting the growing relevance of connected technologies in the Indian automotive market. What is HMIL’s tech vision for future mobility? HMIL's vision for future mobility is centred on advancing Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs) and connected mobility through continuous software innovation and Over-the-Air (OTA) capabilities. This vision has been supported by strong customer demand across key models such as CRETA, VENUE and i20. HMIL's connected mobility journey has evolved through multiple technology generations: * 2019: Hyundai Bluelink introduced with the launch of the Hyundai VENUE, India's first OEM-fitted connected SUV * 2020: Introduction of OTA map updates with Hyundai i20 * 2022: Introduction of next-generation AVNT (Audio Video Navigation Telematics) connected technology * 2025: Launch of Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) with Controller OTA update capability, marking a significant step in HMIL's Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) roadmap for India
Aug 10, 2026 · via motownindia.com
The EV3 is finally almost here. With its US launch just around the corner, Kia’s electric SUV was captured driving around New York. Kia prepares to launch the EV3 in the US After production began at Kia’s Pesquería, Nuevo León, manufacturing plant in Mexico on August 4, the EV3 (which we already got to test-drive) is expected to go on sale in the US any day now. The EV3 is an “entry-level EV SUV that offers many of the advanced amenities of the EV9,” Kia said after it made its North American debut in April, just in a smaller, more affordable package. With sales set to begin by the end of 2026, the electric SUV was captured driving in public in New York. Images sent to Electrek show the EV3 driving in Rochester and on the Thruway in Guilderland. It will be available later this year in five trims: Light, Wind, Land, GT-Line, and GT. The standard Light model uses a 58.3 kWh battery that Kia estimates will provide up to 220 miles of range under EPA conditions. An extended-range 81.4-kWh battery will be available on the Wind, Land, GT-Line, and GT trims, offering an estimated EPA range of up to 320 miles for front-wheel-drive (FWD) variants. All-wheel drive (AWD) is standard on the GT-Line and GT trims and optional on the Wind and Land models, delivering a combined output of 261 hp. The EV3 GT adds a bit more power, with up to 288 hp. With DC fast charging, the standard 58.3 kWh battery can be charged from 10% to 80% in about 29 minutes. The 81.4 kWh battery takes around 31 minutes. All versions come with a native NACS charge port. The interior is based on Kia’s new cabin design, which includes its latest ccNC (connected car Navigation
Aug 10, 2026 · via electrek.co
Elon Musk The real reason Elon Musk wants every car connected to space Elon Musk says all cars will eventually need Starlink to handle massive AI bandwidth demand. Elon Musk is making the case that satellite internet, not fiber or cellular towers, will end up wired into every car on the road. In a string of posts on X, the SpaceX CEO wrote that all cars will have Starlink in the future and called satellite connectivity the only way to get super high bandwidth to billions of vehicles. The posts started with Musk endorsing a Cloudflare forecast that traffic generated by autonomous AI agents will soon dwarf traffic generated by humans browsing the internet, a shift he described as not a close call at all. From there he narrowed the argument to infrastructure, writing that the only system that can support the insanely fast bandwidth growth needed by AI is Starlink, before extending the logic to cars specifically. AI agentic Internet traffic will obviously VASTLY exceed human usage. Not a close call at all. Cloudflare’s forecast is accurate. https://t.co/VztgrinN5k pic.twitter.com/Wo4FiRKjPU — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 9, 2026 The timing lines up with Tesla’s own hardware decisions. On July 20, Tesla confirmed the Cybercab would ship with a Starlink V5 terminal built into its roof, the first time the company had put satellite hardware in a production vehicle. A day later, Tesla’s head of AI, Ashok Elluswamy, explained the connection wasn’t there for safety and that Cybercab’s driving stack runs entirely on onboard cameras and compute, while the satellite link exists for navigation, customer service, and fleet management instead. Musk followed with his own post about the feature, saying riders would be able to watch 4K streaming video during rides. By July 22, Musk had already said Starlink would extend beyond
Aug 10, 2026 · via teslarati.com
Maruti Suzuki, India updates about new safety, connected car and comfort features across its portfolio
In its FY 2025–26 annual report, Maruti Suzuki India announced that it continued to adopt and develop Suzuki technologies for the Indian market through customer research, product benchmarking and technology development. During the year, it introduced auto air purifiers with PM2.5 displays in the Grand Vitara and Vict....
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Introduced in 2024, the XUV 3XO debuted as Mahindra’s replacement for the XUV 300 in the compact SUV segment. In fact, this SUV was the first Mahindra model to have the ‘XO’ lettering in its name, a naming convention later adopted for the XUV 7XO. The XUV 3XO comes with a radical exterior, a premium interior and is powered by potent engine options. If you’re considering buying the XUV 3XO, we've listed reasons to go for it, along with its limitations, so you can decide to look elsewhere. Reasons to buy the Mahindra XUV 3XO Upmarket interior quality Though its interior may lack panache compared to rivals, its quality and feel, on the other hand, are up there at the top. Top-end versions come with soft-touch leatherette material on the dashboard and door trims, and the perforated leatherette seats feel quite upmarket. Even cabin bits like the leather-wrapped steering wheel, window switches, and wiper and light stalks look like they belong in a pricier car. Strong engines The Mahindra XUV 3XO is offered with three engine choices. There's a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine producing 111hp and 200Nm, a 1.2-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol unit developing 131hp and 230Nm, and a 1.5-litre turbo-diesel churning 117hp and 300Nm. The latter two options are the most powerful in their respective segments. A six-speed manual is standard on all engines, while the turbo-petrol can also be paired with a 6-speed torque converter automatic, and the diesel can be mated with a 6-speed AMT. The XUV 3XO feels at its best when paired with the direct-injection turbo-petrol. With 131hp on tap, power is quickly accessible, and the mid-range punch is pleasing. Its 230Nm torque figure (250Nm in overboost) is way ahead of its rivals, and performance is on par with pricier SUVs. Refinement levels are remarkable for a
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Edmunds & TransUnion with Q2 trade & financing trends connected to EVs & hybrids By subscribing, you agree to receive communications from Auto Remarketing and our partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We may share your information with select partners and sponsors who may contact you about their products and services. You may unsubscribe at any time. New data from Edmunds and TransUnion showed a wave of consumers who previously owned an electric vehicle — particularly a Tesla — are trading the EV for a hybrid model at a record pace. And they’re often taking on a growing amount of financing to get the deal completed. Edmunds recently indicated a record 20.5% of Tesla trade-ins to franchised dealerships in the second quarter of were used to purchase hybrids, “suggesting that owners aren’t just leaving Tesla but stepping back from EVs altogether.” Meanwhile, TransUnion noticed the average amount financed to complete a deal for a new hybrid in Q2 rose by 7.2% year-over-year, based on the data analysts had available for the quarter and detailed in its Q2 2026 Credit Industry Insights Report (CIIR). For used hybrid financing, TransUnion determined the year-over-year increase in Q2 was even more noticeable at 10.1%. “The big story right now is that hybrids are delivering the sweet spot consumers are looking for,” said Jessica Caldwell, head of insights at Edmunds. “As the math on EVs shifted following the federal tax credit ending, legacy automakers stepped in to catch shoppers who want efficiency without pure-battery commitments. Seeing experienced EV owners make that pivot tells you a lot about the current state of the overall market, not just Tesla.” Subscribe to Auto Remarketing to stay informed and stay ahead. By subscribing, you agree to receive communications from Auto Remarketing and our partners in accordance with our
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Don't Miss: Hyundai Motor India posts highest-ever monthly sales of 75,360 units in July, exports hit 100-month high HMIL introduced its Bluelink connected car platform in 2019 with the Venue. The technology currently offers more than 70 features covering safety, security and convenience, including remote vehicle monitoring, vehicle health diagnostics, location tracking, trip history, remote commands, digital key and in-car payments. Bluelink also supports more than 450 AI-powered voice commands across five languages. The company is targeting cumulative connected car sales of more than 2 million units by 2030. “The growing adoption of connected vehicles reflects the evolving expectations of customers and the increasing role of technology in shaping mobility. As we move towards our goal of 1 million connected car sales by 2027, we remain focused on advancing software-defined mobility and expanding connected technologies across our portfolio,” said Tarun Garg, MD & CEO, HMIL. Must Read: Here’s Hyundai’s new offering in the Creta segment for the festive season “Our upcoming mass-market electric SUV, which will offer next-generation connected car technology as standard across all variants, marks an important step in strengthening the convergence of connected and electric mobility while delivering future-ready ownership experiences for customers,” Garg added. HMIL has expanded its connected technology capabilities, introducing over-the-air (OTA) map updates in 2020, next-generation audio, video, navigation and telematics technology in 2022, and its Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) in 2025. Hyundai said its connected technology has assisted more than 500,000 motorists through SOS and roadside assistance services. The company said connected technology adoption has been supported by demand for models including the Creta, Venue and i20.
Aug 10, 2026 · via businesstoday.in
By proceeding, I acknowledge that I have read and agreed to the Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, consent declaration, and the sharing of my information with lending partners, dealers, OEMs, and for marketing communication via Phone Calls, SMS & WhatsApp. Hyundai has sold more than 8 lakh connected cars in India so far. Bluelink penetration has grown from 4% in 2019 to 20% in 2026. Hyundai's upcoming mass-market electric SUV will get next-gen connected technology as standard. Hyundai introduced its Bluelink connected car technology in India in 2019 with the Venue. Since then, the technology has gradually expanded to more models across the company's portfolio. Hyundai now has more than 8 lakh connected cars on Indian roads and aims to take this figure beyond 10 lakh by 2027. The company has also set a longer-term target of more than 20 lakh cumulative connected car sales by 2030. The increase in connected car adoption highlights the growing importance of software and digital features in new cars. Hyundai Bluelink has evolved considerably since its introduction. The latest version offers more than 70 features covering safety, security and convenience. Some of the key functions include remote vehicle monitoring, vehicle health diagnostics, location tracking, trip history, remote commands, Hyundai Pay, Digital Key, Digital Passport and Remote Immobilizer. The system also supports more than 450 AI-powered voice commands across five languages, allowing owners to access several vehicle functions using voice controls. Also Read: Kia Seltos Hybrid to Get e-AWD for the First Time - Details Hyundai says connected vehicle penetration across its portfolio has increased from just 4% in 2019 to 20% in 2026. The company has been steadily adding new software and connectivity features to its vehicles. The i20 received OTA map updates in 2020, followed by the next-generation AVNT system in 2022. In
Aug 10, 2026 · via carlelo.com
Elon Musk Says All Cars Will Have Starlink
On Saturday, influencer Sawyer Merritt took to X to share a picture of a Cybercab with Texas plates undergoing testing. The vehicle appeared to feature a flush-mounted Starlink dish on its rear.
Quoting Merritt’s post, investment firm Mach33 CEO Aaron Burnett touted Starlink as a potential game-changer for travel, prompting a response from Musk.
"All cars will have Starlink in the future," Musk said. He added that Starlink capabilities in vehicles were crucial because they were "the only way to get super high bandwidth to billions of vehicles."
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3 Min Read Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has crossed 8 lakh cumulative connected car sales in India and is targeting 10 lakh by 2027. The company said connected vehicle adoption across its portfolio has increased steadily since it introduced Hyundai Bluelink in 2019. According to the company, connected vehicles currently account for 20% of HMIL's portfolio, up from 4% in 2019. This means penetration has increased five-fold in seven years, reflecting rising demand for connected features focused on safety, convenience and vehicle ownership. HMIL said it has built one of India's largest connected car ecosystems, powered by 12 lakh lines of code. The company is also targeting more than 20 lakh cumulative connected car sales by 2030. A connected car is a vehicle equipped with internet connectivity and embedded technology that allows it to communicate with external devices, networks and services. This connectivity enables features such as remote vehicle monitoring, real-time diagnostics, live location tracking, over-the-air (OTA) software updates, in-car voice assistants, and emergency response systems like SOS alerts and crash notifications. In India, automakers like Hyundai offer this technology through dedicated platforms — Bluelink, in Hyundai's case — which link the car to a companion smartphone app, letting owners check vehicle health, lock or unlock doors remotely, set geofencing alerts, and access safety and convenience features from anywhere. Bluelink's reach Hyundai introduced Bluelink in 2019 with the VENUE, which the company describes as India's first OEM-fitted connected SUV. The AI-powered platform now offers more than 70 features across safety, security and convenience. Bluelink also supports more than 450 AI-powered voice commands across five languages. The technology has also been used during emergencies. HMIL said Bluelink has assisted more than 5 lakh motorists through SOS and roadside assistance services. It has supported around 15,000 crash notification interventions and helped
Aug 10, 2026 · via cnbctv18.com
New Delhi The government's proposed framework for vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication is likely to accelerate the adoption of connected mobility and safety technologies in India, with Hyundai Motor India targeting cumulative sales of 1 million connected cars by 2027. The company's announcement comes days after the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways issued a draft notification proposing the phased implementation of V2V communication systems to enhance road safety. Hyundai Motor India Limited on Monday said it has crossed 0.8 million cumulative connected car sales in India, with connected vehicle adoption across its portfolio rising five-fold from 4 per cent in 2019 to 20 per cent in 2026. The announcement comes against the backdrop of the government's proposed V2V framework last week, under which vehicles manufactured from October 2028 would be required to be fitted with V2V systems conforming to AIS-230. The proposed technology would allow vehicles to exchange real-time information such as speed, position and direction, enabling warnings for sudden braking, forward-collision risks, unsafe lane changes and approaching emergency vehicles. The company introduced Hyundai Bluelink in India in 2019 with the Hyundai VENUE and has since expanded its connected-car ecosystem to more than 70 features spanning safety, security and convenience. These include remote vehicle monitoring, vehicle health diagnostics, location tracking, trip history, remote commands, in-car payments through Hyundai Pay, Digital Key, Digital Passport, Remote Immobilizer and Home-to-Car Connectivity. Bluelink also supports more than 450 AI-powered voice commands across five languages, reflecting the increasing integration of software and artificial intelligence into vehicle ownership and driving experiences. Hyundai said the technology has also delivered safety benefits, assisting more than 0.5 million motorists through SOS and roadside assistance services. It has supported around 15,000 crash notification interventions and helped law-enforcement agencies in vehicle tracing and recovery efforts. The automaker aims to cross 2 million
Aug 10, 2026 · via awazthevoice.in
The company said on Monday that more than 800,000 Hyundai connected cars are already on Indian roads, with connected vehicle penetration across its portfolio rising five-fold from 4% in 2019 to 20% in 2026. Also Read: Hyundai Motor India expects exports volume to recover from Q2: MD & CEO Tarun Garg Hyundai introduced its Bluelink connected car platform in India in 2019 with the launch of the Venue, which the company describes as the country’s first OEM-fitted connected SUV. Since then, it has expanded connected features across models including the Creta, Venue and i20. Hyundai said it is also targeting more than two million cumulative connected car sales by 2030. Bluelink expands connected features The company’s Bluelink platform offers more than 70 features spanning safety, security and convenience. These include remote vehicle monitoring, vehicle health diagnostics, location tracking, trip history, remote commands, Hyundai Pay-enabled in-car payments, Digital Key, Digital Passport, Remote Immobilizer and Home-to-Car Connectivity. Bluelink also supports more than 450 AI-powered voice commands across five languages, according to the company. Hyundai said its connected mobility strategy is increasingly centred on software-defined vehicles and over-the-air technology, allowing vehicles to receive software updates and new capabilities after purchase. Also Read: Hyundai invites startup applications for Innovation Challenge 2026 The company’s connected technology roadmap includes the introduction of OTA map updates with the i20 in 2020, next-generation Audio Video Navigation Telematics technology in 2022 and the Connected Car Navigation Cockpit, or ccNC, in 2025. The latter also introduced controller OTA update capability, marking a further step in Hyundai’s software-defined vehicle roadmap for India. Focus on safety Hyundai said its connected technology has also been used in emergency situations, with Bluelink assisting more than 500,000 motorists through SOS and roadside assistance services. The company said the system has supported around 15,000 crash-notification interventions
Aug 10, 2026 · via m.economictimes.com
Upcoming 7-Seater Hybrid SUVs in India – Kia Sorento, MG Hector Hawk, Toyota Hyryder 7-Seater & More - Team Autopunditz - 4 hours ago - 6 min read India’s three-row SUV market is preparing for a major electrification push, with several manufacturers developing new 7-seater SUVs equipped with hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains. Until recently, strong-hybrid technology in India was largely concentrated in five-seater SUVs and premium MPVs such as the Toyota Innova Hycross. That could change significantly over the next couple of years as manufacturers including Kia, Toyota, Hyundai, Renault and JSW MG Motor India introduce larger electrified SUVs. Some of these models are already close to launch, while others remain under development for 2027-28. Here are five important upcoming three-row hybrid SUVs worth watching. 1. MG Hector Hawk – Launch Expected on August 26, 2026 The first major arrival is expected to be the MG Hector Hawk, an all-new three-row SUV from JSW MG Motor India. The Hector Hawk is expected to make its India debut on August 26, 2026, and could become one of the most significant additions to MG’s Indian portfolio this year. Current reports suggest that both plug-in hybrid and fully electric versionsare being prepared. The upcoming SUV is understood to have links with the Wuling Starlight 560 sold in overseas markets. The plug-in hybrid version is expected to combine a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with an electric motor and approximately 20.5kWh battery pack. International specifications point towards combined output of around 197hp, while the PHEV could offer close to 100km of electric-only driving range under the CLTC test cycle. Final India specifications may differ. A pure-electric Hector Hawk is also expected, potentially offering a claimed driving range of over 500km, depending on configuration. The Hector Hawk is likely to sit above the existing
Aug 10, 2026 · via autopunditz.com
Xperi Q2 Earnings Call Highlights Xperi XPER reported second-quarter 2026 revenue growth of 8% year over year to $114 million, supported by gains in its media platform and connected-car businesses. The company said advertising and related revenue increased more than 50%, while cost reductions contributed to improved profitability. Chief Executive Officer Jon Kirchner said the quarter reflected execution on the company’s strategy to scale its connected-TV and automotive platforms and increase monetization of their audiences. Xperi reported $24 million of adjusted EBITDA, equal to 21% of revenue and up seven percentage points from a year earlier. Non-GAAP earnings per share were $0.28, more than double the prior-year result, while operating cash flow totaled $15 million. Media Platform Growth Led by Advertising Media Platform revenue rose 44% year over year to $18 million, driven primarily by advertising and related revenue. TiVo ONE monthly active users reached 6.3 million at the end of the quarter, representing approximately 70% year-over-year footprint growth. The trailing 12-month average revenue per user for TiVo ONE was $6.70, slightly below the first-quarter level because user growth outpaced revenue growth, Kirchner said. However, the company continues to expect to exit 2026 with ARPU above $10, anticipating faster advertising and related revenue growth during the second half of the year. Xperi said it ran homepage video campaigns in the United States and Europe for brands in entertainment, insurance, automotive and technology. It also expanded integrations with advertising partners Teads and Kargo for its homepage hero video inventory. During the quarter, the company launched TiVo Channels, which adds free ad-supported local content in more than 20 countries. It also introduced a TiVo viewership and audience-insights data offering in the United Kingdom. Because advertising and related revenue exceeded 10% of total revenue in the quarter, Xperi said it will begin separately
Aug 10, 2026 · via tradingview.com
Zeekr released an official statement on the recent 7X electric SUV firing at the charging station in China. The accident happened on August 9 in Ningbo City. No injuries were reported as the fire department managed to extinguish the fire. As mentioned, the Zeekr 7X all-electric crossover caught fire in China while staying next to the charging station. The video shows that the car wasn’t connected to any charging station during the incident. So, the cause of ignition was unclear. However, Chinese social media users highlighted that the car looked “suspicious” as it was parked with opened front trunk and disassembled plastic covers. A video shows that the car suddenly caught fire with an explosion-like sound. The car then began to smoke, continuously making explosion sounds with sparkles and flames bursting from the chassis. However, the 7X wasn’t hidden in flames completely. As mentioned, the local fire department was on time to extinguish the fire. Zeekr released an official statement shortly after the accident occurred in Ningbo. According to them, the preliminary investigation revealed that this 7X SUV had been involved in a serious collision and had not been inspected or repaired by any official service center. The specific cause of the fire is under investigation. Zeekr officials issued a reminder that the power battery, high-voltage system, and vehicle body structure require inspection and evaluation after a collision. There is a risk of a safety hazard if a vehicle hasn’t undergone proper inspection and repair. Zeekr also recommended verifying the accident and repair records when purchasing a used electric car. It is also important to inspect the power battery and high-voltage center to ensure safety. Zeekr is very concerned about its reputation, as it previously marketed its vehicles as having zero spontaneous ignitions without an external cause. The last time
Aug 10, 2026 · via carnewschina.com