AUTOCRYPT, the South Korean automotive cybersecurity firm, has won the Car Hacking Village Capture the Flag competition at DEF CON 34, besting 83 teams from around the world in a contest widely regarded as the proving ground for real-world vehicle hacking talent. The company’s Red Team became the first in the event’s history to complete every challenge on the roster, finishing in 25 hours against a 50-hour window, according to the firm and multiple industry outlets that covered the win. The competition ran August 7 through 9 in Las Vegas as part of DEF CON 34, one of the world’s largest and longest-running hacking conferences. The Car Hacking Village has staged its CTF since 2015, and this year’s field asked competitors to move fluidly between the abstract and the physical: identifying attack vectors, chasing down vulnerabilities, and breaking cryptographic protections across testbeds built around electronic control units, embedded controller boards, and full production vehicle architectures. A Second Title After a Near Miss For AUTOCRYPT, the victory closes a loop that opened in 2022, the year the company first entered the competition and took the top prize. Last year’s team finished third, a result that by AUTOCRYPT’s own account sharpened its preparation for this summer’s return. Finishing the entire challenge set in half the allotted time was enough to distinguish the team from the rest of the 83-team field, a number that underscores how competitive and how global the car-hacking discipline has become since the Village’s founding. Humans and AI Agents Working the Same Bench What set this year’s run apart, according to AUTOCRYPT, was not just speed but method. The Red Team paired its human security researchers with the company’s proprietary AI-powered security analysis platform, deploying multiple autonomous agents to comb through firmware and probe target subsystems at the same
Aug 20, 2026 · via autoconnectedcar.com
Waymo has opened its next-generation robotaxi to all riders in Los Angeles, Phoenix, and San Francisco — a notable milestone for the Alphabet company as it pushes to expand its fleet with vehicles that are cheaper to build, operate, and maintain. For now, customers in these markets may be matched with the new robotaxi, called the Ojai (pronounced oh-hi) when they hail a ride. Once Waymo has enough Ojais in its fleet, riders will be able to choose between the new vehicle and the older Jaguar I-Pace robotaxi. Waymo has about 300 Ojai robotaxis in its commercial fleet today, according to a company spokesperson. The company said Wednesday that it plans to roll out the Ojai in Denver, Las Vegas, and San Diego later this year. For years, Waymo has relied on the all-electric, modified Jaguar I-Pace for its robotaxi fleet, which now operates in 11 U.S. cities. While the white, sensor-laden autonomous hatchback has become ubiquitous in markets such as San Francisco, it has been more of a stopgap in Waymo’s longer-term push toward mass scale, and eventually, profitability. The Waymo Ojai robotaxi is meant to deliver on that ambition. The Ojai is equipped with Waymo’s sixth-generation self-driving system, which is critical to the company’s commercial strategy because it’s modular and designed to work across multiple vehicles types. The robotaxi also comes with a redesigned user interface and Google’s Gemini AI, which acts as an in-car assistant for riders. Strip away that technology, though, and the Ojai is a minivan made by Zeekr, a brand owned by China’s Geely Holding Group. Waymo partnered with Zeekr in 2021 and has spent years testing a prototype, and later a production-intent version of the vehicle. It’s built on Zeekr’s SEA-M platform, an updated version of the automaker’s “Sustainable Experience Architecture,” which the
Aug 19, 2026 · via techcrunch.com
Waymo opens cheaper Ojai robotaxi to riders in Los Angeles, Phoenix and San Francisco
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Waymo has opened its next-generation Ojai robotaxi to all riders in Los Angeles, Phoenix, and San Francisco. The Alphabet company plans to expand to Denver, Las Vegas, and San Diego later this year.
Waymo currently has about 300 Ojai robotaxis in its commercial fleet. The vehicles, manufactured by China's Zeekr, are equipped with Waymo's sixth-generation self-driving system and Google's Gemini AI assistant.
The Ojai is designed to be cheaper to build, operate, and maintain than Waymo's existing Jaguar I-Pace fleet. However, steep US import tariffs on Chinese-built vehicles have added costs. The vehicles arrive without Chinese connected-car technology and are outfitted with self-driving systems at Waymo's Arizona factory.
Research firm MoffettNathanson projects Waymo will import 5,000 Ojai vehicles by end of 2026, more than doubling its current fleet.
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Ford expands US production as auto reshoring gathers pace Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest manufacturing news. Ford Motor Co. plans to increase Lincoln production in the US beginning in 2030, a decision that puts one of America’s oldest automotive brands at the center of the debate over manufacturing reshoring, tariffs and industrial employment. Under the plan announced Aug. 12, Lincoln will gradually shift US-market production away from China as Ford increases domestic manufacturing capacity. The automaker expects the change to generate thousands of direct and indirect US jobs, with further details on investment levels, plant assignments and hiring expected as the program develops. Those details will shape how the economic impact is measured because factory expansions can support employment across suppliers, logistics companies and service businesses in addition to the workforce inside the assembly plant itself. Ford already has a considerable domestic manufacturing footprint. The company said it assembled more than 2 million vehicles in the US in 2025 and employs about 56,300 hourly manufacturing workers in the country. Lincoln currently builds the Navigator at Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville and the Aviator at Chicago Assembly Plant. The Lincoln decision gives Ford another way to position domestic manufacturing as part of its competitive strategy, with production location increasingly connected to supply chain resilience, market access and long-term investment planning. Ford’s Lincoln decision adds weight to the reshoring argument Moving vehicle production closer to American customers can reduce some forms of trade exposure while changing the economics surrounding freight, inventory, supplier coordination and production planning. It can also give manufacturers greater control over scheduling when geopolitical or trade conditions shift. For Ford, the decision carries symbolic weight because Lincoln is an American luxury brand. Ford CEO Jim Farley characterized the plan as
Aug 19, 2026 · via manufacturing-today.com
When a professional political operative describes an election as “nationalized,” it means the outcome could have consequences far beyond the locality in which it occurs and therefore is drawing outside attention and resources. This year’s congressional elections in California are a prime example, with two distinct and unusual aspects. First and most obviously, Democrats are hoping to gain as many as five California seats in the House of Representatives due to a partisan gerrymander of the state’s 52 districts last year. Thus the outcome in California could determine whether their party regains control of the House, where Republicans now hold a paper-thin majority. Meanwhile, outside the five districts that Democrats hope to switch, there are safely Democratic districts where progressive candidates are jousting with mainstream rivals, a subset of the national party’s ideological conflict. One example is the duel between progressive state Sen. Aisha Wahab and Melissa Hernandez, president of the Bay Area Regional Transit board, over the east Bay Area congressional seat Eric Swalwell held until resigning amid allegations of sexual misconduct. Another is in San Francisco, where state Sen. Scott Wiener faces San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan for the seat that former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is vacating. While both are self-proclaimed progressives, there are specific issues dividing them, such as housing. Wiener has long championed making housing easier to build, but in San Francisco resisting development is a bedrock cause for those on the city’s left. There’s another conflict on California’s November ballot that’s become nationalized: Proposition 40, which would impose a 5% tax on the wealth of California’s roughly 200 billionaires. Once again, it’s on two distinct levels. First, it tests a concept of taxation that, if enacted, could spread to other states or even become a national issue. It has drawn attention in national political
Aug 19, 2026 · via syvnews.com
China as Pacesetter Automotive leaders huddled on where North America stands in the global picture and how it can strengthen its position against the Asian juggernaut’s surging industry. China’s automotive industry has become the competitor North America’s counterpart must now try to catch up with. A recent conference of domestic players discussed how to go about it. The nonprofit Center for Automotive Research convened U.S. and Canadian auto industry leaders to consider China’s position and how the North American allies can get in line with “China Speed,” as the roundtable was called. The event’s intent was to assess China’s position in automotive and how North America’s auto industry can respond to its growing presence. Participants agreed that trade tariffs and other protectionist approaches won’t be enough to keep up. The discussion identified a mix of factors that fuel China’s auto industry, not just an abbreviated product-development cycle. Other sources of grease to what’s been the world’s biggest auto industry for nearly 20 years include government industrial policy, plenty of capital, streamlined decision-making, local materials sourcing, vertical integration and digital-first vehicle development, according to the center. “It reflects a coordinated system designed to move quickly and build scale,” said center President and CEO Elizabeth Krear. “North America does not need to replicate that system, but it must become more intentional about reducing complexity, accelerating collaboration and investing in the capabilities that will define the next generation of automotive leadership.” Participants compiled a list of responses North America’s industry and governments should pursue to stay in the game with China: - Use of artificial intelligence, machine learning and other technologies to make faster development decisions - More collaborative research in auto technologies, including advanced manufacturing, batteries and connectivity - More benchmarking of Chinese automakers and North American startups to “challenge legacy assumptions
Aug 19, 2026 · via fi-magazine.com
Federal data shows roughly 95% of new vehicles sold in the U.S. carry Event Data Recorders—essentially crash-resistant “black boxes” that log seconds of critical incident data. Beyond those EDRs, dozens of electronic control units track everything from speed and braking habits to voice commands and seatbelt clicks. Modern cars function as rolling data centers, and the information they gather doesn’t stay locked inside. That “Accept” button on your infotainment screen? It might be the digital handshake that lets your vehicle whisper your driving life straight to the cloud. 1. Event Data Recorder (EDR) The digital flight recorder installed in nearly every new U.S. light vehicle Roughly 95% of new U.S. light vehicles come equipped with an Event Data Recorder, integrated into the airbag control module and built to survive severe impacts. This device captures seconds—not minutes—of data surrounding a crash: pre-impact vehicle dynamics, driver inputs such as braking and steering, crash forces, seatbelt use, airbag deployment timing, and impact severity. Federal regulations mandate specific minimum datasets for EDRs, ensuring consistent post-collision reporting. The device acts as an unblinking witness, delivering objective facts when reconstruction teams need to know exactly what happened in those final moments before impact. 2. Journey Data Recorders (JDRs) and Accident Data Recorders (ADRs) Continuous loggers that track driving behavior throughout entire trips Standard Event Data Recorders capture only crash-adjacent moments. Journey Data Recorders and Accident Data Recorders operate differently, continuously logging vehicle status and driving behavior before, during, and after accidents—much like an aircraft’s flight recorder. These systems track speed, direction of travel, longitudinal and lateral acceleration, light and turn signal status, braking, and GPS position. Data cycles through on a loop, overwriting older information to keep the record fresh. Commercial fleets and safety researchers use JDRs to monitor driver behavior, validate new technologies, and establish
Aug 19, 2026 · via gadgetreview.com
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The Human Side of Electrification: Future of Mobility is More 'Behaviour', Less 'Batteries'
As the automotive industry accelerates towards electrification, consumers are making powertrain choices based less on technology and more on how each option fits their lifestyle, aspirations and comfort with change. This article explores three distinct mobility mindsets—The Pioneer, The Balancer and The Optimiser—and introduces the Human Readiness Matrix to explain why BEVs, PHEVs and Hybrids appeal to different consumers. It argues that the next competitive advantage for OEMs will lie in understanding human behaviour as deeply as they understand engineering.
The implication is profound: consumers are not progressing through technologies. They are selecting the technology that best fits who they are today.
This distinction has significant strategic implications. If powertrain choice is fundamentally behavioural rather than purely technological, then success will depend not only on engineering excellence but also on understanding the emotional and psychological needs that different technologies fulfil.
This article was first published in Autocar Professional: Click here to read
Aug 19, 2026 · via ipsos.com
What if you gave an e-bike some of the same safety equipment you might find on a car? How would that even work? Volkswagen thinks it could work just fine. It’s actually equipped a new e-bike with a host of automotive safety tech you might find in a Tiguan, like a rear-facing radar and a camera, along with optional connected glasses and a helmet that can warn riders about surrounding traffic. The VW Smart eBike is developed and manufactured under license by bicycle company n+ and will debut in September at IFA Berlin, a trade show similar to CES. The Smart eBike’s most notable feature is Smart View, which combines radar and a rear-facing camera with a display integrated into the handlebar. The radar can monitor traffic up to 230 feet behind the rider and also detect vehicles approaching at higher speeds. The camera provides a live view of what’s happening behind the bike. Bicycle-based radar itself isn’t new. Garmin, Trek, and other companies already offer rear-facing systems that alert riders to approaching vehicles. The difference with Volkswagen’s approach is in how it ties the radar to the camera, dashboard, and lighting system. Riders can use the screen as a conventional IP-like display, monitoring speed, battery charge, and pedal-assist information, or they can leave it showing the rear-camera feed. In an automatic setting, the screen switches to the camera when the radar detects an approaching vehicle and displays an orange warning. LED strips along the bicycle’s top tube also respond to the radar. Normally functioning as amber side-marker lights, they become brighter when a vehicle approaches and double as turn signals and brake lights. The system can be paired with optional Smart Glasses, which put traffic alerts and other information directly in front of the rider. A microOLED display shows
Aug 19, 2026 · via autoweek.com
Claiming ‘class-leading’ back-seat space and headlined by a tough new ‘XRT’ trim, the ‘all-new’ Tucson has made its debut Hyundai has unveiled its new-generation Tucson medium SUV overnight, showcasing a physically larger, roomier, radically restyled and potentially hybrid-only successor. Now entering its fifth generation, the new Tucson is expected to arrive in Australia sometime in 2027 and will likely follow its competitors and the larger Palisade in becoming a hybrid-only offering, as local regulatory pressure ratchets down on heavy-emitting petrol-only powertrains. The model shown overnight has been presented exclusively for the South Korean market, and differences could appear when it’s shown to the global market next month, but it’s fundamentally expected to remain the same. Once it arrives in Australia, the Tucson will compete against the likes of the Toyota RAV4, Nissan X-Trail, Tesla Model Y and the GWM Haval H6. Measuring 4700mm long (+60mm), 1905mm wide (40mm+), 1685mm high (+20mm), and with a 2785mm wheelbase (30mm+), the already fairly large medium SUV has grown larger again, to achieve what it claims is “best-in-class interior space”. It comes as cut-priced Chinese competitors such as the Haval H6 double down on back-seat space, with the rear headroom of the new Tucson growing by 29mm and even the angle of the rear doors has expanded from 73° to 83° to make getting in, and fitting child seats, even easier. The current 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid ‘plugless’ drivetrain is expected to make its way into the new-generation Tucson, but it’s unclear if it will be more efficient or offer a plug-in hybrid stop-gap between it and the all-electric Ioniq 5. Using a philosophy named ‘Art of Steel’, the new Tucson has pivoted again with a far more angular take on the family SUV, retaining common features like the enhanced wheelarches but with a more
Aug 19, 2026 · via chasingcars.com.au
□ A research team led by Senior Researcher Bongseok Kim of the Future Mobility Research Division at DGIST (President Kunwoo Lee) has developed a “low-complexity receiver technology” that can simultaneously perform data communication and detect surrounding objects using automotive radar. □ In the fields of autonomous vehicles and connected cars, “Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC)”—a next-generation mobility technology that enables vehicles to detect (sensing) their surroundings while simultaneously exchanging information (communication) with other vehicles or road infrastructure—is essential. However, conventional approaches require multiple signal processing units as the amount of data to be transmitted increases, making the system more complex and dramatically increasing the computational burden. □ The team led by Senior Researcher Bongseok Kim achieved a breakthrough in addressing this challenge by applying the “Fractional Fourier Transform (FRFT)”—a mathematical technique for precisely analyzing complex signals whose frequency changes over time—to automotive radar receive signals. The team devised a method that concentrates dispersed signal energy into a single point, enabling more efficient data extraction. Consequently, communication information can be identified quickly and accurately using only a single receiver processing structure, without requiring a complex arrangement of multiple signal processing units. □ The research team conducted experiments by simulating a 77 GHz automotive radar environment involving high-speed driving at 240 km/h and complex radio wave reflection conditions. The results showed that the proposed technology delivered significantly more stable communication performance than conventional approaches while simultaneously improving both target range measurement and detection performance by compensating for radar signal spreading. □ In particular, even under adverse conditions of moving at high speed in environments with severe multipath propagation, the technology measured distances with an error of less than 1m and achieved a target detection rate approaching 100% when a sufficient signal level was secured. Above all, because it can be applied without
Aug 19, 2026 · via asiaresearchnews.com
I’m not sure they asked any of us here in Texas, but it is what it is. Automakers may be spending billions of dollars developing autonomous driving technology, ever-larger infotainment screens and sophisticated connected-car features, but when shoppers are asked what they really want in their next new vehicle, something considerably simpler comes out on top: heated seats. According to WardsAuto, automotive research and consulting firm AutoPacific’s newly released 2026 Future Vehicle Planner found heated seats were the most-wanted vehicle feature among prospective new-car buyers. The study surveyed more than 19,000 licensed drivers who intend to acquire a new vehicle within the next three years and asked about more than 160 different vehicle features and technologies. Heated seats were selected by 47% of respondents, narrowly beating front and rear parking sensors at 45%. Rear automatic emergency braking was third at 44%. After that, several features clustered closely together, showing buyers are putting a premium on comfort, convenience and safety rather than simply chasing the newest technology. AutoPacific’s top 15 most-wanted features for 2026: - Heated seats — 47% - Front and rear parking sensors — 45% - Rear automatic emergency braking — 44% - Power front driver’s seat — 43% - Lane change assist — 43% - Night vision system — 43% - Adaptive cruise control with active lane centering and stop-and-go capability — 43% - Blind-spot cameras — 43% - Rear cross-traffic alert with automatic emergency braking — 42% - Auto Park — 41% - Wireless device charging pad — 41% - Power front passenger seat — 40% - Dash camera — 40% - Large-animal detection — 39% - All-wheel drive — 39%. One newcomer to the top 15 this year is Auto Park. AutoPacific described the feature to survey participants as technology that allows a vehicle to park
Aug 18, 2026 · via carpro.com
ToneTag, a deep-tech proximity commerce platform, announced the integration of its DrivePay ecosystem into the recently-launched Tata Sierra EV. Natively integrated into the electric vehicle's infotainment system, DrivePay introduces a voice-led commerce layer that allows drivers to place coffee orders, top up FASTag balances, and find payment-ready EV charging stations along their route hands-free, without switching applications or interrupting their journey. The voice-driven interface enables contextual actions based on destination and driver intent. Merchant ordering capabilities launch with Blue Tokai Coffee as the initial integrated partner. For EV charging, the system automatically filters nearby payment-ready charging points based on battery capacity and route relevance, simplifying stopping decisions for EV owners. To protect transactions, DrivePay utilises encryption, secure authentication layers, and compliance safeguards. Sven Patuschka, Chief Technology Officer at Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd, noted that DrivePay addresses key user friction points around charging payments and connected-car experiences. Vivek Kumar Singh, Co-Founder and Director - Labs at ToneTag, stated that the integration moves mobility towards becoming an intelligent connected ecosystem where commerce is embedded directly into everyday travel. ToneTag plans to explore future integrations covering quick-service restaurants, fuel payments, and hyperlocal commerce, while Tata Motors continues scaling its zero-emission and connected vehicle portfolio. Also read: Tata Nexon Camo Launched at ₹9.99 Lakh
Aug 18, 2026 · via ackodrive.com
I've wanted to add a dashcam to my car for a long time, but I've been procrastinating. I didn't want to spend the money or go through the hassle of wiring it up across my vehicle. That led me to think: I already had a spare Android phone; there had to be a way to repurpose it as a dash cam. As it turns out, I'm late to the party, and there are plenty of ways to do so. I settled on the Droid Dashcam app because it had great reviews. This app turns any Android smartphone into a dedicated driving recorder complete with all the features you'd hope to see. Between loop recording, GPS overlays, and impact detection, you might be sitting on the most powerful dashcam around. For what I need from a dashcam, this setup makes more sense than a dedicated unit. Plus, it saved me money. Here's everything you need to know. Setting up Droid Dashcam on a spare Android phone Automatic recording makes it a cinch to get started Getting started with Droid Dashcam is as simple as it gets. The app is available on the Play Store, no sideloading required. Just install it and tap open. The app will ask for a few basic permissions when you first start it up, and then you're ready to go. I recommend investing in a dashboard mount so you can mount your phone horizontally, pointing outward through the windshield. Keeping the phone wired in is a good idea too, since running a constantly recording video camera can take a toll on the phone's battery life. Those are all the prerequisites you need. Coming to the app, it supports several triggers for automatic recording. You can set it to start immediately when it is put on charge, or
Aug 18, 2026 · via androidpolice.com
Cars are starting to fix their own recalls overnight—here's how it works About 10 years ago, a software update for your vehicle, as if it were your smartphone, was rare enough to make the news. Tesla owners were often the only ones who were aware of it and talking about it. In 2018, Consumer Reports tested a new Model 3 and clocked its stopping distance from 60 miles per hour at 152 feet, seven feet longer than a Ford F-150. Tesla responded with a wireless update to the anti-lock braking software, a fix that allowed the Model 3 to stop in 133 feet without a physical repair. Today, a car can update itself in the middle of the night while it sits parked in the driveway and the owner sleeps. There's no phone call to the dealership, no appointment to schedule, and no waiting room involved. Berg Insight, a research firm that tracks the connected car market, found that 83% of new cars sold worldwide in 2025 had a built-in cellular connection, up from 79% the year before. In North America, that number was even higher, with 94% of new cars sold in 2025 having the built-in cellular connection necessary to receive updates wirelessly, or over the air (OTA). How "over-the-air" applies to your car Updates are becoming more extensive OTA stands for over-the-air. It describes any update your vehicle downloads and installs through its own cellular connection or a paired Wi-Fi network. No dealer visit or USB drive is required. Instead, the manufacturer issues new software for your vehicle, which downloads in the background and installs once it's parked and turned off. Some updates finish in minutes, while others ask the vehicle to sit still overnight so nothing interrupts the install. OTA updates can span a wide range of
Aug 18, 2026 · via autos.yahoo.com
Mercedes-Benz has introduced a thorough facelift for the C-Class sedan and estate for 2026 and beyond. This is the first major update for the fifth-gen C-Class, which debuted in 2021. As part of the update, the C-Class gets significantly revised styling inspired by the likes of the larger S-Class, a longer list of features and an upgraded set of petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid powertrains. Prices for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class start at 41,045 euros (Rs 45.43 lakh) in Germany. 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class facelift powertrain updates Every engine option for the 2026 C-Class is now compliant with Euro 7 emission norms, and a 9-speed automatic gearbox and 48V mild-hybrid system continue to be standard fit. However, the latter features a new integrated starter generator (ISG) delivering a boost of up to 23hp and 205Nm. The pure-petrol C-Class is available in three variants, namely C 200, C 250 and C 300, all of which are powered by the ‘M 254 EVO’ 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo-petrol mill. This engine gets a new electric auxiliary compressor to mitigate turbo lag and develops 177hp and 270Nm in C 200 spec, 218hp and 320Nm in C 250 guise, and 258hp and 400Nm in the C 300 variant. The C 250 version can even be had with Mercedes-Benz’s 4Matic AWD system. Notably, the current India-spec C-Class C 200 sedan is powered by a 204hp 1.5-litre 4-cylinder turbo-petrol engine, but Mercedes-Benz did not make any mention of this motor for the 2026 facelift. As for the diesel-powered C-Class, it comes with the ‘OM 654 EVO’ 2.0-litre 4-cylinder mill in two states of tune: 163hp and 380Nm (C 200d), and 200hp and 440Nm (C 250d). Here, the turbocharger and common-rail direct-injection system have been optimised, and this engine is even compatible with HVO100, B10 and B20 biofuels. The C
Aug 18, 2026 · via autocarindia.com
Vehicle Recommerce Market Hits New High | Major Giants Spinny, Kavak, Inchcape The Global Vehicle Recommerce Market is transforming the automotive retail ecosystem by extending vehicle lifecycles through digitally enabled buying, selling, refurbishment, financing, and resale platforms. Rather than relying solely on traditional dealership trade-ins and fragmented used-car transactions, vehicle recommerce integrates online marketplaces, AI-powered vehicle valuation systems, digital inspections, certified pre-owned programs, vehicle subscription models, connected-car data analytics, and omnichannel retail experiences to create a more transparent and efficient secondary vehicle market. This evolution is reshaping how consumers access personal mobility by making vehicle ownership more affordable, sustainable, and data-driven while simultaneously helping manufacturers, dealerships, fleet operators, leasing companies, and financial institutions maximize residual asset value. 📊 Major Industry Participants Covered in the Report: Carvana, CARS24, CarDekho, CarMax, Auto1 Group, Spinny, OLX Autos, Kavak, TrueCar, Vroom, Cars.com, CarTrade Tech, Penske Automotive Group, Lithia Motors, Group 1 Automotive, Sonic Automotive, Inchcape, Arnold Clark, Cox Automotive, and Enterprise Holdings Consider how these insights might influence your strategic decisions 👉 https://www.htfmarketreport.com/sample-report/4421339-vehicle-recommerce-market The rapid expansion of digital automotive retailing, rising consumer demand for affordable mobility solutions, increasing vehicle ownership costs, and growing adoption of certified pre-owned programs have significantly strengthened market momentum. Automotive manufacturers, dealership networks, mobility providers, leasing firms, rental companies, and financial institutions are increasingly investing in recommerce ecosystems to improve vehicle utilization, capture recurring revenue opportunities, and support circular economy objectives. Simultaneously, advances in AI-based pricing algorithms, digital inspection technologies, connected vehicle diagnostics, online financing platforms, and vehicle history verification systems are reducing transaction friction and increasing consumer confidence in pre-owned vehicle purchases. Product Types Analysis in the Global Vehicle Recommerce Market • Passenger Vehicle Recommerce • Commercial Vehicle Recommerce • Luxury Vehicle Recommerce • Electric Vehicle Recommerce • Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Programs Product Applications in the Global Vehicle Recommerce
Aug 18, 2026 · via openpr.com
Ford reveals new LMDh car on track at Paul Ricard The American manufacturer has released the first images of its brand-new challenger Ford’s brand-new LMDh car performed its maiden shakedown at Le Castellet on Monday ahead of its World Endurance Championship debut in 2027. Circuit Paul Ricard was chosen for the shakedown as it is close to the headquarters of manufacturer ORECA, whose chassis forms the basis of the unnamed Ford prototype. The 5.4-litre naturally-aspirated V8 engine derived from the Coyote, built and tested at the Dearborn facility, was fitted to the chassis and started up for the first time last month. “Testing of the Hypercar began on Wednesday 5 August, starting with several days of running-in tests, which went smoothly and according to plan,” the Ford Racing statement explained. “The team methodically followed a comprehensive programme to activate and verify every control system; these are now all fully operational and ready for the first track tests scheduled for this week and next.” Works drivers Matt Campbell and Logan Sargeant took turns at the wheel of the car, with team-mates Tom Blomqvist and Mike Rockenfeller to follow in the coming days. The initial test sessions had been entrusted to those drivers too, except Sargeant. Nick Yelloly and Sebastian Priaulx will also take part in the project ahead of Ford’s Hypercar debut next year. Ford Hypercar test Photo by: Ford Racing Technology The car featured a blue-and-white camouflage design with “Ford Racing” lettering and a black fin. The Ferrari 499P-style nose is very low (albeit without the wing running across the top on other ORECA-based models), while the raised, contoured splitter is connected to the ‘nose’ that protrudes from beneath the bodywork in the centre. On the sides, there are two aerodynamic flaps, known as ‘flicks’. The front mudguard features some
Aug 18, 2026 · via autosport.com
Volkswagen electric vehicle drivers will finally have access to Samsung Wallet with Digital Key, hands-free entry, and more. The service is initially rolling out to select VW ID vehicles in Europe. Volkswagen EVs can use Digital Key via Samsung Wallet The ability to use your smartphone as a key to start, lock, or unlock your vehicle is almost essential nowadays. Nearly everybody carries around a phone, but physical keys are easy to forget. Volkswagen and Samsung Electronics are teaming up to finally allow Digital Key access for those with a compatible Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Samsung Wallet is expanding Digital Key access to Volkswagen EVs, including the new ID. Polo, ID. Cross, ID.3 Neo, ID.4, ID.5, ID.7, and ID. Buzz. “The Digital Key is an important step toward a seamless and connected vehicle experience for our customers,” said Dr Axel Henrich, VW Passenger Cars’ senior vice president of concepts & innovation. The feature enables drivers to use their Galaxy smartphone to lock, unlock, and start their vehicle without a physical key. Samsung’s Digital Key supports several access methods, including ultra-wideband (UWB) technology for hands-free entry, plus Near Field Communication (NFC) for tap-based unlocking and starting the engine. Drivers can also open the trunk using Remote Key Entry. Users can allow others to use the Digital Key through the Samsung Wallet to allow for multiple drivers or short-term access, such as a valet. The information is protected by “multiple layers of security” and backed by Samsung’s industry-leading security platform, Samsung Knox. If a driver loses their smartphone with a Digital Key, they can use Samsung Find to manage or remove it remotely. Users can also store things like credit and debit cards, ID cards, boarding passes, and more directly on Samsung Wallet. Digital Key access through Samsung Wallet began rolling out to
Aug 18, 2026 · via electrek.co