By Amy Stillman, Bloomberg News A coalition of major automakers urged U.S. lawmakers to permanently ban Chinese vehicles, citing the threats they pose to domestic economic and national security interests. In a letter to Democratic and Republican leadership of both the House of Representatives and Senate, the head of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation said lawmakers should ban Chinese connected cars as well as related vehicle software and hardware from the U.S. before the current legislative session ends in January. “Right now, Chinese automakers are dumping subsidized vehicles with connected software and hardware around the world,” John Bozzella, the group’s chief executive officer, said in the letter, which was seen by Bloomberg News. “This hasn’t happened inside the U.S. yet, but given the scale and urgency of this threat, we urge you to enact a Chinese vehicle, software and hardware ban before adjourning this year.” The call by the U.S. auto industry’s biggest trade association — echoing a similar plea made by the alliance and other auto groups in March — underscores mounting concerns in the domestic industry about the threat posed by China’s automobile makers. The alliance represents domestic carmakers including General Motors Co. as well as overseas giants Toyota Motor Corp. and Volkswagen AG. Companies such as BYD Co. and Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd. are rapidly gaining market share around the world, churning out exports as they contend with sluggish demand and cutthroat pricing in their domestic market. Cheap, tech-laden Chinese EVs are also appearing in both Canada and Mexico, amplifying concerns among U.S. auto executives that they could soon seek inroads in America. Currently, Chinese vehicles are effectively shut out of the U.S. market by steep tariffs and a Commerce Department ban on so-called connected vehicle systems from U.S. adversaries including China. Carmakers want Congress to go
Sep 3, 2026 · via mercurynews.com
American automakers urge Congress to ban Chinese vehicle sales in the U.S. A trade group representing American automakers is urging Congress to permanently bar the sale of Chinese vehicles in the U.S. In a letter to senior lawmakers, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation on Thursday called on them to "enact a permanent ban on the sale, import and manufacture of Chinese connected vehicles, hardware and software" in the U.S., citing China's alleged unfair trade practices, intellectual property theft and pattern of surveillance. "This behavior is a feature of the Chinese approach and especially acute when it comes to China's strategy to dominate global automotive manufacturing and critical supply chains," wrote the group's president and CEO, John Bozzella. Bozzella also said that non-Chinese automakers are unfairly disadvantaged by China's industrial and manufacturing policy, which the car industry group said threatens to undermine the U.S. automotive manufacturing sector. U.S. automakers face mounting competition from Chinese rivals, including BYD, which is exporting more low-cost vehicles worldwide. China has made particular headway in electric vehicles, where it is the world's largest EV market and a growing exporter. Under a January trade deal with Canada, for example, China's Geely Auto Group will be allowed to sell tens of thousands of EVs in the country every year, with Canadian tariffs set to drop from 100% to just 6%. "China is capturing market share in Europe, Australia, Southeast Asia, Mexico and South America with vehicles capable of collecting, processing and transmitting sensitive vehicle and consumer data to the Chinese Communist Party," Bozzella wrote. "This hasn't happened inside the U.S. yet, but given the scale and urgency of this threat, we urge you to enact a Chinese vehicle, software and hardware ban before adjourning this year and make this policy the law of the land," he added.
Sep 3, 2026 · via cbsnews.com
Durango police will replace Flock cameras with Axon system DURANGO, Colo. — The Durango Police Department will not renew its contract with Flock Safety in 2027 and plans to switch its automated license plate reader system to Axon. Durango Police had access to 21 Flock license plate reader cameras as of late 2025. The department is not ending its use of license plate readers, which capture vehicle information that police can search during investigations. Police say there is no single reason for the change. The department considered factors including privacy protections, data sharing, security, cost and investigative effectiveness. Durango already uses Axon for body cameras and in-car video, and Police Chief Brice Current said Axon’s license plate reader system can integrate with technology the department already uses. “This is not about Flock failing,” Current said. “Flock helped demonstrate the value of ALPR and has made significant improvements. This is about continuing to evolve our program as the technology, safeguards and expectations evolve.” Durango’s decision comes as Flock and other license plate reader systems face growing scrutiny over privacy and data sharing. In Colorado, Denver replaced Flock with Axon earlier this year after months of public criticism, while two Boulder residents sued the city over its use of Flock cameras. Communities elsewhere in the country have also discontinued or rejected Flock contracts over privacy, data security and immigration-enforcement concerns. People have vandalized Flock cameras in most states, NPR reported. Durango’s switch to Axon does not necessarily address privacy concerns. Durango Police say privacy depends on how the technology is used, including who can access the data, how long it is stored and when it can be shared. The department tightened its own rules for license plate data as it prepares for the transition. Reports of police officers misusing license plate reader
Sep 3, 2026 · via rmpbs.org
Your car is a computer on wheels. Israel is telling drivers how to protect it The Transportation Ministry's new guidelines outline how attackers could track vehicles, steal personal data or interfere with vehicle functions, while setting new cyber requirements for the automotive industry. After a long wait, the Ministry of Transportation is publishing, for the first time, recommendations for the public on protecting vehicles against cyber incidents, alongside guidelines for garages and service chains on defending against cyberattacks. As cars become increasingly connected, manufacturers and customers are exposed to attacks that could disrupt vehicle operations as part of a terrorist attack or ransomware campaign. The attack can come from several directions, ranging from an over-the-air (OTA) software update to an electric vehicle's charging station. The recommendations for the public amount to a basic cyber defense guide for developing habits that can reduce the risk of attacks. According to the document, there are four main entry points for malicious actors: the multimedia system, which can be exposed through the installation of files and applications; the OBD connection, the physical diagnostic port found in modern vehicles that allows a mechanic to connect a laptop; the smart key, which can potentially be copied; and wireless communications such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Drivers are also advised to check every two weeks whether an unfamiliar Bluetooth device has been added to the list of devices connected to the vehicle, and to disable, where possible, the hotspot functions found in modern cars. The Ministry of Transportation also urges drivers to pay attention to "unusual behavior" by the vehicle, such as a system turning on by itself or unfamiliar notifications appearing on the display. In cases where the multimedia system requires a permanent connection, the public is advised to set a fixed password and ensure that it
Sep 3, 2026 · via calcalistech.com
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation urged congressional leaders on Thursday to permanently ban the domestic sale, import, and manufacturing of Chinese connected vehicles, hardware, and software before the end of the current congressional session on Jan. 3, according to CNBC. The group, whose members account for the vast majority of U.S. vehicle sales, wrote to congressional leaders urging action before the session wraps up. Midterm elections in November could affect Congress' momentum on the issue, the group noted. "Right now, Chinese automakers are dumping subsidized vehicles with connected software and hardware around the world," John Bozzella, CEO of the alliance, said in the letter. "This hasn't happened inside the U.S. yet, but given the scale and urgency of this threat, we urge you to enact a Chinese vehicle, software and hardware ban before adjourning this year and make this policy the law of the land." The push comes as legislators on both sides of the aisle in the House and Senate work on measures targeting Chinese vehicles, among them a Senate Commerce Committee bill that would effectively shut Mercedes-Benz out of the U.S. market given that Chinese investors own close to a fifth of the German automaker. Mercedes-Benz is a member of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, and Bozzella said the group wants to work with lawmakers to "achieve a balanced policy so all our member companies continue to succeed and thrive inside the U.S." The industry has raised alarms that Chinese competitors such as BYD and Geely are saturating global markets with lower-cost vehicles, squeezing prices and threatening domestic production. Both have steadily grown their sales footprint in Europe as well as Central and South America. "Enacting a permanent ban on Chinese vehicles and high-risk hardware and software in the 119th Congress will send a clear and bipartisan message
Sep 3, 2026 · via qz.com
[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] Major carmakers urge Congress to permanently ban Chinese cars Concerns target connected vehicles, hardware and software Bloomberg News Key Takeaways: - A coalition of major automakers urged Congress to permanently ban Chinese connected vehicles, software and hardware from the U.S. before January. - The Alliance for Automotive Innovation said subsidized Chinese automakers are expanding globally, raising economic and national security concerns for the U.S. auto industry. - Lawmakers are considering multiple bills that would further restrict Chinese vehicle technologies, including legislation that advanced through a Senate panel in July. A coalition of major automakers urged U.S. lawmakers to permanently ban Chinese vehicles, citing the threats they pose to domestic economic and national security interests. In a letter to Democratic and Republican leadership of both the House of Representatives and Senate, the head of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation said lawmakers should ban Chinese connected cars as well as related vehicle software and hardware from the U.S. before the current legislative session ends in January. “Right now, Chinese automakers are dumping subsidized vehicles with connected software and hardware around the world,” John Bozzella, the group’s CEO, said in the letter, which was seen by Bloomberg News. “This hasn’t happened inside the U.S. yet, but given the scale and urgency of this threat, we urge you to enact a Chinese vehicle, software and hardware ban before adjourning this year.” The call by the U.S. auto industry’s biggest trade association — echoing a similar plea made by the alliance and other auto groups in March — underscores mounting concerns in the domestic industry about the threat posed by China’s automobile makers. The alliance represents domestic carmakers including General Motors Co. as well as overseas giants Toyota Motor Corp. and Volkswagen AG. Companies
Sep 3, 2026 · via ttnews.com
- United States - / - Auto - / - NYSE:GM 3 Automaker Stocks Facing A US Crackdown On Chinese EV Technology Congress is weighing a sweeping ban on Chinese connected vehicles, hardware, and software, and that could quietly redraw the map for U.S.-listed automakers and EV manufacturers. Policy risk is turning into policy action, which can shift pricing power and competition faster than earnings seasons do. This article walks through three stocks that are directly exposed to this news so you can decide whether they belong on your watchlist right now. The stocks in the article below are just a starting sample, and the full screen surfaced 7 more U.S.-listed automakers and EV manufacturers with equally compelling narratives that are not covered here. Head straight into the U.S.-Listed Automakers and EV Manufacturers screener to identify, analyze, and focus on the highest conviction plays that match your own criteria. NIO (NIO) NIO is a Shanghai based EV manufacturer that fits squarely into this U.S. listed automakers and EV manufacturers theme. It offers premium smart SUVs and sedans alongside a dense ecosystem of charging and battery swap services across China, Europe, and other markets. With a market cap of about US$10.2b, NIO is a large player in the global EV competitive set rather than a niche bet. NIO gives you exposure to the premium end of China’s EV market plus a full energy and services stack, from battery swapping to financing, at a time when U.S. policy debate is increasingly focused on Chinese connected vehicles. The company is still loss making and heavily reliant on external funding, and analysts have trimmed price targets in 2026 as margin pressure and fierce competition remain front of mind. Forecasts point to a path toward profitability and better returns if cost controls, higher value software
Sep 3, 2026 · via simplywall.st
Published : 03 September 2026 Read Time : 5 min Author: Guest Author A car used to offer the same experience every time you got in it. That's no longer true. Voice assistants, personalised settings, software updates and configurable driving modes are turning cars into machines that adapt to their users. The Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq is a good example of where this is headed. It runs on 5G connectivity, comes with Amazon Alexa built in and layers on Mahindra's own TEQ_Me, TEQ_Drive and, on the higher variants, TEQ_Talk with Google Gemini. The point isn't to cram in more screens - it's to make the things you do every day, like adjusting the AC or finding a charger, take fewer taps. In practice, it comes down to a handful of things: the car recognises who's driving and adjusts itself accordingly, you can talk to it in plain language instead of memorising commands, it gets smarter over time through software updates and it can react to road and driving conditions rather than staying fixed in one setup. This is probably the change people notice first. Instead of resetting the mirrors and climate every time someone else drives the car, a connected vehicle can just recognise you and load your setup. In the BE 6 Sporteq, that's handled by TEQ_Me, which auto-detects the driver from the Two variant upward. Step up further and you also get a powered driver's seat with memory settings and mirrors that auto-dip when you reverse - small things, but they add up over a year of daily driving. Older voice systems needed exact phrases - say it wrong and nothing happens. That's changing. The BE 6 Sporteq ships with Amazon Alexa built in across the range, and on the Four, Launch Edition and FE Four variants, TEQ_Talk
Sep 3, 2026 · via v3cars.com
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. JSW MG Motor India has recently launched its new electric SUV, the Hector Tomahawk EV, which is available in four variants - Excite 7-Seater, Exclusive 7-Seater, Essence 5-Seater, and Essence 7-Seater. All variants share a 69.2 kWh battery pack clubbed with a front-axle-mounted electric motor producing 204 hp and 310 Nm. The Hector Tomahawk electric SUV delivers a certified range of 517 km on a single charge. As performance and range remains identical across the lineup, selecting the best variant depends entirely on seating needs, feature requirements and price. | Variant | Seating Layout | Ex-Showroom Price | BaaS Upfront Price (+ ₹4.90/km) | Standout Features | | Excite | 7-Seater | ₹19.49 Lakh | ₹13.99 Lakh | 15.6-inch Touchscreen, 6 Airbags, Full LED Lighting, Connected Car Tech | | Exclusive | 7-Seater | ₹21.99 Lakh | ₹16.49 Lakh | Panoramic Sunroof, Ventilated Front Seats, 360° Camera, Leatherette Upholstery | | Essence | 5-Seater | ₹22.99 Lakh | ₹16.99 Lakh | Level 2 ADAS, 610L Boot Space, Powered Tailgate, Infinity Audio System | | Essence | 7-Seater | ₹23.49 Lakh | ₹17.49 Lakh | Level 2 ADAS, Powered Tailgate, Memory Driver Seat, Ambient Lighting | | Feature Category | Feature Description | Excite | Exclusive | Essence | | Safety & Parking | 6 Airbags, ESP, TCS, Hill Hold, ABS+EBD, EPB with Auto Hold, TPMS | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | | | Reverse Parking Camera & Rear Sensors | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | | | Front Parking Sensors | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Sep 3, 2026 · via carlelo.com
Audi China has established an innovation technology center in Shanghai with SAIC Group. The center is designed specifically for Audi’s China-focused AUDI brand and will cover vehicle development from product definition and platform engineering to system integration.
The two companies plan to use the next-generation Advanced Digital Platform to develop four new AUDI-brand models. The center will focus on electric vehicles, connected-car technologies, AI-powered cockpits and driver-assistance systems for the Chinese market. [IT Home, in Chinese]
Sep 3, 2026 · via technode.com
Polestar opened sales of the Polestar 4 SUV on Wednesday, adding a variant of its best-selling model to a lineup the Geely-backed brand is reorienting around Europe after losing access to the United States. The SUV is built at a Renault Korea plant in Busan, South Korea, where production began in the second quarter alongside the existing Polestar 4 coupé. First customer deliveries are planned for the fourth quarter of 2026. Polestar first confirmed the variant in July, describing its introduction as part of what it called the largest model offensive in its history. German base pricing starts at €57,900 ($67,000) for the Rear motor variant, €65,900 ($76,200) for the Dual motor and €76,300 ($88,300) for the Dual motor with Performance pack — all excluding handover fees and including VAT. “Polestar 4 SUV broadens the appeal of our most successful model and extends our product offering in one of the industry’s most important segments,” CEO Michael Lohscheller said in a statement. Powertrain and Range Built on the same SEA architecture as the coupé, the SUV ships with a 100 kWh battery as standard and supports DC charging at up to 200 kW and AC charging at up to 22 kW in selected markets. Rear motor versions produce 200 kW (272 hp) and 343 Nm of torque, reach 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds and return up to 630 km (391.5 miles) of WLTP range — the highest in the Polestar 4 family. Dual motor all-wheel-drive variants deliver 400 kW (544 hp) and 686 Nm, accelerate to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and offer up to 600 km (372.8 miles) of range. For context, the Tesla Model Y — the best-selling SUV globally — carries a WLTP rating of 609 km (378.4 miles) in Germany for its Long Range variant. Polestar’s Rear
Sep 3, 2026 · via eletric-vehicles.com
Li Auto has launched the new Li MEGA multipurpose vehicle (MPV) in China, priced at CN¥509,800 (approximately US$70,800) for standard specification, with deliveries commencing the week of 2 September 2026. The model is positioned as the flagship of Li Auto’s product range, which spans extended-range electric SUVs and battery electric SUVs.
Listed on Nasdaq and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Li Auto began volume production in November 2019 and has built its portfolio around proprietary extended-range electric vehicle technology, with battery electric platforms developed in parallel. The company’s stated customer focus is premium family buyers in China’s new energy vehicle market, with in-house development covering range extension systems and connected vehicle technologies.
The Li MEGA sits above the Li L series extended-range electric SUVs and Li i series battery electric SUVs in the product hierarchy. No powertrain specifications, driving range, charging capability, dimensions or feature detail accompanied the announcement.
Source: Li Auto
Sep 3, 2026 · via automotiveworld.com
From Frankfurt to the USA: Showcasing UK automotive capability on the global stage Ruta Aisthorpe, Director of Global Operations & Partnerships, shares about international activities for the September edition of the SMMT International Update. As we head into autumn, SMMT’s international programme connects UK automotive businesses with key markets, partners and opportunities worldwide. September will see us in Germany, Automechanika Frankfurt – as the aftermarket is an important area of opportunity for UK companies. We will also be attending IAA Transportation in Hannover and the Paris Motor Show, so if you are visiting these events do get in touch if you would like to meet SMMT team. We will return to China in October for the World Intelligent Connected Vehicle Conference and company meetings in Beijing. Our US activity is also growing, with a trade mission to Georgia and South Carolina, bringing UK companies closer to opportunities across the US automotive sector. This November, we will be in Los Angeles for CoMotion, where SMMT is collaborating with the UK Government and CoMotion and supporting a VIP reception. We hope to see many familiar faces there and continue showcasing UK automotive expertise globally. If you are attending any of these events or will be in market at the same time, please get in touch. Upcoming events: 8-12 September, Frankfurt, Germany: Automechanika Frankfurt SMMT is organising the UK Pavilion at Automechanika Frankfurt, Europe’s largest aftermarket trade show. 6-9 October, Georgia and South Carolina, USA: Southeastern Supply Chain trade mission SMMT is organising a trade mission to Georgia and South Carolina. The programme includes B2B meetings, a visit to the Southern Automotive Conference, briefings from local stakeholders and site visits to help delegates understand the market and meet key stakeholders and local contacts throughout the region. 19-23 October – Beijing, China: World Intelligent
Sep 3, 2026 · via smmt.co.uk
KOLKATA: Kolkata: For Kolkata-born entrepreneur Randeep Bhattacharya, music was never just background sound. Growing up in a city known for its deep cultural and musical traditions, he saw singing as a shared social experience â something that belonged as much in homes, gatherings and everyday moments as it did on stage. That belief eventually led him to build StarManch, a karaoke and social music platform designed to make singing more accessible to everyday users. What began as a digital platform for music lovers has now found a place inside the newly launched MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV in India, marking an unusual move for a homegrown karaoke app into the connected-car space. The idea came from a simple observation: many people enjoy singing but rarely get the opportunity or confidence to do it beyond informal settings. Bhattacharya wanted to create a platform where users could sing along to familiar tracks, record themselves and connect with others through music, regardless of age, training or professional background. Its integration into the MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV takes that idea into a new environment â the car cabin. The app offers a catalogue of more than 8,000 karaoke tracks across Bollywood songs, devotional music, regional tracks and childrenâs content. Occupants can use it to sing along and record performances during a journey, turning the vehicleâs entertainment system into a participatory music space rather than a passive listening setup. The development also points to a broader shift in how connected vehicles are being positioned in India. In-car entertainment has largely been dominated by music streaming and video-led features, but StarManchâs inclusion shows how Indian digital products are beginning to enter more specialised use cases within automobiles. Speaking about the journey, Bhattacharya said, âKolkata has always been a city where music is woven into everyday life. Growing
Sep 3, 2026 · via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
On the Dash: - Honda targets 1.5 trillion yen ($9.4 billion) in savings by 2030, Reuters reports. - Suppliers were told to cut costs 30% in pressed, electrical and SDV parts. - Shares fell 2.5% and affiliated suppliers also traded lower on the news Honda is planning to cut more than $9 billion in costs by 2030 and has told its suppliers to slash their prices, according to internal documents reviewed by Reuters. The target is 1.5 trillion yen, or about $9.4 billion, over the next four years. The push demonstrates the effort of Japanese automakers to respond to China. Meanwhile, BYD and other Chinese EV brands are gaining market share in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Europe through superior software, improved batteries, and significantly lower prices. Honda hopes to recover from first annual loss Honda is working to repair its car business after a rough year, with EV losses expected to exceed $12 billion and a first annual loss as a public company posted in May. It has since shifted its focus to gasoline-electric hybrids. Although a company spokesperson declined to comment on specific targets or supplier talks, the automaker is working with suppliers worldwide to reduce costs, including by using more standardized parts, the spokesperson told Reuters. Suppliers asked to lower prices this spring Managers met with major suppliers this spring near the company’s research center north of Tokyo, the documents showed. Each supplier later received its own cost-cutting target. The automaker wants prices down 30% in three areas. Those are pressed and forged parts, electrical parts and parts used in software-defined vehicles, the documents showed. Cuts that deep would help Japanese suppliers compete with China, the documents said. The company also asked suppliers to buy more standardized parts from smaller vendors and to use more Chinese-made components
Sep 3, 2026 · via cbtnews.com
Patrol prices, specs, model choice shared / Four editions of Nissan’s land yacht incoming from early 2027. ORDERING up the largest choice on Nissan’s product menu - the bulky Patrol sports utility - still means paying the biggest price, though stickers relevant to comparison with the preceding type are only slightly changed. The four choices of Patrol incoming from early next year are the $120,990 Ti, the $136,490 Ti-L, the $145,990 Pro-4X and the $150,490 Ti-L Reserve. Previously, New Zealand had two editions, in Ti and Ti-L, and those versions in the outgoing Y62 grade were just $2000 cheaper, at full recommended retail. Nissan here says every incoming variant brings a substantial increase in standard equipment, as well as more power and a higher braked towing capacity. All are eight-seaters, with three rows of chairs. The model also prices below a relevant competitor, the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series, if only when new versions that ar considered specific rivals are considered. However it comes, the Patrol is powered by a 3.5-litre twin-turbocharged V6 petrol producing 317kW of power and 700Nm of torque, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Also standard are full-time four-wheel drive, a 4L and 4H interlocking transfer case, an electronic locking rear differential, and eight drive and terrain modes. Also relevant is that towing capacity has increased to 3700kg. The latest edition’s ladder-frame chassis offers 40 percent more torsional rigidity than that of its predecessor, multi-link independent suspension and electric power steering also arrive and the Pro-4X and Ti-L Reserve come with adaptive air suspension. The entry-level Patrol Ti has dual 12.3-inch infotainment displays, NissanConnect connected car services with Google built-in and Google Gemini AI, and a 3D Intelligent Around View Monitor. The latter incorporates Nissan's ‘invisible hood’ skeleton view, designed to give the driver a view
Sep 3, 2026 · via motoringnz.com
Scout Motors brand unveiled two concept versions of its upcoming Traveler SUV on Tuesday, one dressed for a mountain lodge and the other built for a rock crawl, both meant to demonstrate how far a single platform can stretch before it stops feeling like the same vehicle. The Mountainside concept and a reimagined trail-ready concept will appear together for the first time at the Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Experience, running September 4 through 6 in Snowmass, Colorado, alongside the Scout Terra pickup. It is the kind of dual reveal that speaks to where Scout wants to position itself as it approaches production: not as a single-purpose off-roader, but as a brand capable of covering both ends of the outdoor-lifestyle market with the same underlying vehicle. Two Interpretations, One Platform “The Traveler is designed for a wide range of lives, from everyday family adventures to serious off-road exploration,” said Chris Benjamin, Scout’s chief design officer, in the company’s announcement. Benjamin framed the two concepts as proof that the Traveler can flex between a premium daily driver and a dedicated trail vehicle without losing what the company calls its “authentic Scout character.” That balancing act sits at the center of Scout’s broader strategy. The brand, revived by Volkswagen Group after lying dormant for more than four decades, is trying to reintroduce itself to American buyers as both an heir to the original International Harvester Scout and a modern entrant into the crowded rugged-SUV segment currently occupied by the Ford Bronco, Jeep Wrangler and Toyota Land Cruiser. Mountainside Leans Into Warmth and Craft The Mountainside concept takes the softer route, built around what Scout describes as the feeling of returning home after a day outdoors. The exterior finish, called Morning Dusk, is a deep charcoal-brown paint that reveals subtle golden metallic flecks
Sep 3, 2026 · via autoconnectedcar.com
Lexus unveiled the redesigned 2027 NX on Tuesday, confirming that every version of the vehicle will now carry some form of electrification. The move places the NX fully in line with Lexus’s broader strategy of pairing traditional hybrid technology with plug-in options rather than leaping straight to a battery-electric-only lineup, at least for this segment. Buyers will choose between a standard hybrid electric vehicle, badged 350h, and a plug-in hybrid, badged 450h+, across four trim levels: Premium, Premium+, F Sport and Luxury. A Battery Built for Real-World Range The headline change sits under the floor of the plug-in model. Lexus says the 450h+ now uses a newly developed lithium-ion battery pack delivering an 8 percent increase in output and a 30 percent jump in capacity compared with the outgoing generation, with an estimated range of more than 40 miles on electricity alone for select grades, according to the automaker. That figure comes from Lexus’s own testing; official EPA ratings will follow closer to the vehicle’s on-sale date. Engineers also changed how the battery physically sits in the car, shifting the cell layout from a longitudinal to a transverse arrangement. Lexus says this increases lateral rigidity across the body while lowering the vehicle’s center of gravity, a detail that speaks to how much of this redesign is really about handling rather than just electric range. Plug-in models now come standard with DC fast charging and a powered charge port door, addressing what had been a notable gap for owners who wanted quicker top-ups away from home. Compact Motors, Silicon Carbide Electronics Both powertrains benefit from a new e-Axle assembly that integrates the transaxle, motor and power control unit into a single, more compact package. Lexus attributes part of the efficiency gain to the adoption of silicon carbide semiconductors in the inverter,
Sep 3, 2026 · via autoconnectedcar.com
The Dragonwing Q-2390 is designed to be feature rich, but also compact and affordable, said Qualcomm, which is pitching it at commercial, enterprise and consumer products – namely point-of-sale systems, kiosks, access control devices, smart appliances, smart agriculture, home robots, fitness equipment and enterprise terminals. Qualcomm says the new chip integrates application compute, on-device AI, and camera and display support, as well as LTE Cat 4, GPS, and various wired and wireless connectivity options. The second new Dragonwing is the IQ-2390, and is designed to bring greater intelligence to the industrial edge. Qualcomm says it combines application processing, machine vision, AI acceleration, and dual Gigabit Ethernet with Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) – the IEEE standard that relates to mission-critical Ethernet connectivity. The IQ-2390 is also rugged by design, able to function across a greater temperature range – from -30°C to +115°C – and in environments that are susceptible to vibration and shock. Qualcomm said this makes it well suited to factories, power plants, and outdoor industrial environments, adding that it could support applications in the industrial automation, oil and gas, utilities, and energy sectors. "AI is creating a fundamental shift in how connected devices are designed and deployed, but many product categories still face barriers around cost, complexity and integration," said Jeff Arnold, VP and general manager of auto telematics and industrial and embedded IoT consumer and connectivity at Qualcomm. "With the Dragonwing Q-2390 and IQ-2390 processors, we're enabling intelligence to scale across a much broader range of devices, from retail systems, smart appliances and consumer robots to industrial controllers, machine vision systems and critical infrastructure. Together, these platforms help bring advanced edge AI within reach of more customers and more industries than ever before." Drilling a bit deeper into the specs reveals many similarities. Their CPUs max out at 1.9
Sep 3, 2026 · via telecoms.com
Rivian sold an estimated 4,537 vehicles in the United States in August, down 6.0% from a year earlier and 3.5% from July, according to data published on Tuesday by Motor Intelligence. August was the second full month of R2 customer deliveries and ended a two-month streak of year-over-year gains. July’s 4,700 units — the strongest month of the year — had posted an 11.9% year-over-year increase in what was the first full calendar month of R2 handovers. Motor Intelligence has previously revised its historical estimates for several brands in recent months, including a June adjustment that added more than 600 units to Rivian’s tally and turned a reported decline into a 22.1% year-over-year gain. Year-to-date, Motor Intelligence estimates place Rivian’s US retail sales at 28,929 units through eight months, still 4.4% below 30,249 over the same period in 2025. The Monthly Trajectory Rivian’s 2026 monthly US sales series has traced a clear arc shaped by the R2 ramp. January opened at 2,516 units — down 18% year over year — followed by 2,700 in February, 3,628 in March and 3,480 in April. May dropped to 3,100 before Rivian opened customer orders of the R2 in early June. June jumped to 4,268, July climbed further to 4,700, and August pulled back to 4,537 units. Five of the eight months have logged year-over-year declines. Every month since the R2 reached buyers has posted volumes above 4,000, a threshold Rivian crossed only twice in the January-to-May stretch. Motor Intelligence‘s estimates cover US retail sales in its passenger-car and light-truck categories — capturing the R1T, R1S and R2 but structurally excluding Rivian’s EDV commercial vans, which are not retail vehicles. How Rivals Fared The same Motor Intelligence table shows all four publicly tracked EV makers declining year over year in August. Tesla was estimated
Sep 2, 2026 · via eletric-vehicles.com