- Enabling secure zonal architectures with chiplet-based Hardware Security Modules and pre-certified Secure Enclave IP to be integrated into next-generation automotive SoCs. SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES) ("SEALSQ" or "Company"), a company that focuses on developing and selling Semiconductors, PKI, and Post-Quantum technology hardware and software products, today announced its vision and roadmap aiming to secure the next generation of vehicles against both today's cyberattacks and tomorrow's quantum threats. This strategic expansion into automotive cybersecurity is expected to increase SEALSQ's addressable market and deepen its role in software-defined, connected vehicles. Drawing on its in-house SEALSQ ASIC Design Services, the Company aims to deliver tailor-made, safe-and-secure automotive silicon with post-quantum cryptography (PQC) designed in from the architecture up, made available at every level of the vehicle, from Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs) and secure microcontrollers (sMCUs) to embedded Hardware Security Module (HSM) IP, chiplet-based Hardware Security Modules (CHSMs) and full custom Quantum-Resistant ASICs (QASIC). The global automotive semiconductor market is expected to grow significantly over the next decade as OEMs accelerate electrification, connectivity and autonomy, making cybersecurity-by-design a critical requirement in future platforms. As vehicles become AI-driven, software-defined, connected and autonomous, cybersecurity has become inseparable from functional safety: a compromised electronic control unit (ECU) is no longer only a data problem, it is a safety problem. Modern vehicles must therefore be engineered to be both safe and secure by design, in line with ISO 26262 (functional safety) and ISO/SAE 21434 (cybersecurity engineering), and with the UNECE R155 type-approval regime now in force for new vehicles across Europe. Because a car built today may remain on the road for 15 to 20 years, the cryptography protecting it must stay trustworthy well into the quantum-computing era, long after "harvest-now, decrypt-later" attacks have begun to threaten data and firmware protected only by classical algorithms. A unique
Jul 1, 2026 · via investingnews.com
Vattenfall and WirelessCar test automated charging The service automates vehicle authentication as well as the start, end and payment of charging sessions at both AC and DC charging stations. After a one-time registration in the My InCharge account, the system recognises the vehicle when it is plugged in and automatically initiates the charging process. Communication between the vehicle and the charging station is based on established industry standards. According to the companies, the service will initially support vehicles from Volvo Cars and Tesla that are equipped with the required connectivity features. Seamless Charging is scheduled to become available across all InCharge charging stations in autumn or winter 2026. At present, the service is limited to selected pilot locations. With this project, Vattenfall InCharge and WirelessCar aim to simplify the charging process and reduce the number of required authentication steps. “Our experience connecting vehicles, data, and ecosystem partners has shown that the best technology often removes complexity rather than adding it,” says Mateo Sotomayor, Vice President EV Experience at WirelessCar. “Improving the charging experience requires orchestration across a complex ecosystem of vehicles, platforms, charging networks, and service providers. Seamless Charging is a practical example—using connected vehicle technology to remove steps from the charging process.” The approach is similar to the autocharge services already offered by charging operators such as Fastned and EnBW. Unlike the standardised Plug & Charge process based on ISO 15118, authentication does not rely on digital vehicle certificates. Instead, the system uses a one-time link between the vehicle and the user account, followed by a cloud-based verification of vehicle data. However, Vattenfall and WirelessCar have not yet disclosed details of the underlying technical implementation. According to the company, Vattenfall InCharge operates more than 40,000 charging points. WirelessCar develops connected vehicle services and supplies the cloud-based Seamless Charging platform
Jul 1, 2026 · via electrive.com
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Kia has launched two new variants of the Seltos: GTX (O) and X-Line (O), with prices starting at Rs 21.57 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Seltos GTX (O) and X-Line (O) variants get Kia’s ADAS F+ package with 28 safety features, including Front Collision-Avoidance Assist (Junction Crossing, Lane Change Oncoming, Lane Change Side, and Evasive Steering Assist), Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control and Highway Driving Assist.
Both new variants offer Connected Car Navigation Cockpit, Kia Connect 2.0 with over 85 features, voice commands, a digital key, a head-up display, an air purifier with AQI display, rain-sensing wipers, front and rear dashcam and one-touch up/down power windows.
The GTX (O) and X-Line (O) variants are available with 1.5-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engines. The turbo-petrol version gets a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, while the diesel is paired with a 6-speed automatic gearbox.
Jul 1, 2026 · via team-bhp.com
Kia Expands the Seltos Line-up with New GTX(O) and X-Line(O) Variants - Team Autopunditz - 3 hours ago - 2 min read Kia India has strengthened the flagship end of the Seltos range by introducing the new GTX(O) and X-Line(O) variants. The launch comes just months after the arrival of the all-new second-generation Seltos and aims to make the premium trims even more feature-loaded. The Seltos range continues to start at ₹10.99 lakh (ex-showroom), while the new GTX(O) and X-Line(O) variants receive a host of convenience, connected car and comfort upgrades without altering the SUV’s proven powertrain lineup. Priced at ₹21.56 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Petrol 7DCT versions and ₹21.81 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Diesel 6AT variants, the new models add premium technologies such as a Head-Up Display, Digital Key, Smart Dashcam, Air Purifier with AQI Display, One-touch auto up/down windows, and enhanced Kia Connect 2.0 functionality while retaining the Seltos’ 5-star Bharat NCAP safety credentials and multiple powertrain options. What’s New in the Seltos GTX(O) and X-Line(O)? The new flagship variants introduce several features that were either unavailable or limited to select trims earlier. Key Additions - Head-Up Display (Windshield Projection) - Digital Key - 31.24 cm (12.3-inch) HD Navigation Touchscreen - Smart Dashcam with Front & Rear Cameras - Smart Air Purifier with AQI Display - One-touch Auto Up/Down for all four windows - Kia Connect 2.0 with 85+ connected car features - Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates - Remote vehicle access through smartphone - Voice recognition and navigation enhancements These additions further strengthen the Seltos’ appeal in the premium midsize SUV segment. Safety Remains a Major Highlight Kia has retained its focus on safety by offering a comprehensive equipment list across the Seltos range. Highlights include: - Bharat NCAP 5-Star Safety Rating - Six airbags as standard -
Jul 1, 2026 · via autopunditz.com
The system evaluates detected pavement anomalies on a five-tier scale based on response priority and displays them as color-coded tags on a digital map. By leveraging data gathered from ordinary passenger vehicles, the system comprehensively covers secondary and residential roads, offering a scalable solution for municipalities grappling with labor shortages and operational challenges in infrastructure management. Road-surface damage detected by connected vehicles is displayed on a digital map according to response priority levels. The pothole detection system, branded "Michi-Tag," estimates road surface conditions by monitoring real-time variations in wheel speed caused by structural steps and uneven pavement. Pavement damage is categorized into five distinct severity levels, ranging from "Urgent Repair" (highest priority) to "Routine Observation" (lowest priority), thereby providing data to support efficient and strategic road maintenance scheduling. A key structural advantage of the system is its capacity to encompass minor residential roads by utilizing data continuously transmitted from connected cars during everyday operation. Because these connected vehicles are ordinary passenger cars, their high volume ensures comprehensive data acquisition across extensive road networks, including narrow community streets. "As a company deeply committed to local communities, we intentionally focused our efforts on functionalities that safeguard residential roads," a company official at Maeda Road’s Technology Research Institute. The digital tags also serve as an interactive ledger where users can log field notes and maintenance histories. Because pavement deterioration typically accelerates over a span of about three months, comparing map datasets at three-month intervals enables operators to predict areas prone to upcoming pothole formations. This predictive capability transforms road maintenance from a traditionally reactive process into an efficient, preemptive workflow. During trial deployments conducted with Japanese local governments, repair requests and complaints from citizens decreased by 56%. Furthermore, while high-precision detection increased the total volume of identified repair points, it simultaneously boosted overall
Jul 1, 2026 · via baoxaydung.vn
Although Polestar has built up a generally good reputation in the marketplace, its China links have proved to be its U.S. undoing. The government has denied authorization for the company to sell its vehicles from the 2027 model year onward under America's Connected Vehicle rule. Polestar will continue to sell its existing Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 models until they are cut off. And existing customers will continue to receive support, warranty coverage, and access to the service network as well. But for those U.S. customers sitting on a Polestar 2, the situation is a little bit more personal. Polestar's Geely connection has now created some questions involving the car's current value, what a dealer is likely to offer for it in 2027, and, crucially, who will be around to fix it in 2030. The First Hit Comes At The Trade-In Desk | 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor Specifications | | |---|---| | Motor | Dual electric motors | | Transmission | Single-speed direct drive | | Drivetrain | All-wheel drive | | Power | 421 hp | | Torque | 546 lb-ft | Although Polestar is not going through a dramatic collapse of any kind, the government's ruling will create general market uncertainty. And that's likely the first place for an existing Polestar 2 owner to encounter friction. A used car appraiser will be aware that Polestar does not have any new car future in the U.S. and will also know that buyers may exercise caution, and that may have a significant effect on their valuation. Ordinarily, the Polestar 2 would be an attractive EV and, with its 2024 update, it became meaningfully better than before. It now had a more rear-biased dual-motor setup producing 421 hp and 546 lb-ft of torque. It offered up to 276
Jul 1, 2026 · via carbuzz.com
| TL;DR: In San Francisco, a rift is growing between tech people who work in AI and those who don’t. The new AI wealth—which has helped drive up housing prices and the cost of living in an already expensive city—is enough to make even a six-figure salary feel somewhat lackluster. And it could be a bellwether of how AI widens class inequality beyond SF. What happened: They say comparison is the thief of joy, and nowhere is that truer right now than in San Francisco. The sky-high income (and valuable equity) that AI workers earn is leaving even those that make $180,000 a year feeling insecure, according to a New York Times report. To put it into perspective, a $180,000 annual salary puts you in roughly the top 20% of US household incomes. But it’s still a sliver of what OpenAI and Anthropic are paying some of their staff. Average yearly stock-based compensation for OpenAI employees, for example, reached $1.5 million in 2025. As one engineer told the NYT: “I feel a little bit like I’m not good enough to live here anymore because I don’t work at an AI company.” Keeping up with the AI Joneses: One area where the influx of AI wealth has had the biggest impact: real estate. The median home sale price in SF as of May was $1.7 million—16% higher than the same time last year and almost quadruple the national median. The city has even snatched the title of having the most expensive rent from NYC, with the average apartment rent hitting $3,827 per month. (The national average is $1,742.) The pre-IPO tech elite: Thousands of already well-paid AI workers could see their equity soar once Anthropic and OpenAI go public. (The NYT projects that these two IPOs, combined with the recent SpaceX
Jun 30, 2026 · via techbrew.com
Grab the coffee and get caught up. Here's what you need to know in the car world before you start your day, distilled down so you walk into work already up to speed without doom-scrolling four different sites. The big stories on the radar right now: a whole brand getting run out of the country, an automaker recalling vans old enough to vote, the cheap-truck arms race kicking into another gear, and the EV crowd getting handed both good news and a reality check in the same breath. Let's get into it. Check this out: 10 Best Car Detailing Products in 2026: Must-Have Auto Detailing Supplies 1. Polestar Just Got Run Out Of America This is the big one. Polestar announced it's winding down U.S. operations and retreating to Europe, and the wild part is it's not even really the company's fault. The Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security declined to grant Polestar an authorization under the Connected Vehicle Rule, which means it can't sell model year 2027 cars here. So that's that. Existing stock of the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 will still sell through, and the roughly 32 dealers will stick around to service cars and move used inventory, but new-car marketing is over. Here's why you should actually care even if you were never going to buy one: the same Connected Vehicle Rule that just killed Polestar is hanging over a lot of other automakers too. When the federal government can effectively delist a brand over where its data plumbing comes from, nobody with a global supply chain is totally safe. Polestar is the canary. The coal mine is the entire industry. Read next: 10 Best Automotive Scanners in 2026: Top OBD2 Scan Tools Reviewed 2. GM Is Recalling Its Oldest Vans Over A Steering
Jun 30, 2026 · via autos.yahoo.com
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Jun 30, 2026 · via autonews.com
INFRA Track 2 funding for truck parking is highly competitive, and success depends on your agency’s ability to document demand, quantify safety impacts, and support a defensible Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA). Many applications fall short due to: - Limited visibility into actual truck parking demand - Insufficient data to support BCA and project justification - Reliance on estimates vs. observed parking behavior To help agencies submit stronger applications, INRIX is offering a no-cost Truck Parking Analysis aligned with FHWA and INFRA grant requirements. The analysis is designed to be incorporated directly into your application and supporting materials. Key Details Winning applications require clear, data-backed proof of need and measurable freight impacts. - Funding Amount: $200 million dedicated to CMV parking - Application Deadline: July 15, 2026 - Focus Area: Expanding safe, accessible truck parking to reduce fatigue-related risk and improve freight flow - Award Structure: - Up to 80% federal cost share (or 60% max depending on structure) - ~$100M reserved for small projects - Data Requirements: - Detailed Project Narrative - Complete Project Budget - Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA) demonstrating national/regional freight impact Why Truck Parking Projects Face Challenges Truck parking shortages remain one of the freight industry’s most persistent infrastructure issues. Drivers often spend valuable time searching for available parking, leading to: - Increased driver fatigue - Illegal or unsafe roadside parking - Freight delivery delays - Congestion around industrial areas and nearby communities Unfortunately, many grant applications struggle to demonstrate the true scope of these problems because they rely on estimates, limited field studies, or outdated surveys instead of observed truck activity. How to Strengthen Your Application Using observed truck parking data can significantly strengthen every section of an INFRA application. - Demonstrate Clear Freight Need & Safety Impact: INFRA prioritizes projects that quantify demand and reduce safety risks
Jun 30, 2026 · via inrix.com
Global Automotive Rear Seat Infotainment Market Size, Share, Trends & Growth Forecast Report Segmented By Vehicle Type, Component, Propulsion Type, Connectivity Generation, Operating System, Sales Channel, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Industry Analysis from 2026 to 2034 The global automotive rear seat infotainment market was valued at USD 6.27 billion in 2025, is estimated to reach USD 6.98 billion in 2026, and is projected to reach USD 16.39 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 11.26% during the forecast period from 2026 to 2034. The growth of the global automotive rear seat infotainment market is driven by increasing consumer demand for in-vehicle entertainment, rising adoption of connected vehicle technologies, and growing sales of premium and luxury vehicles. Automakers are integrating advanced infotainment systems featuring high-resolution displays, streaming services, wireless connectivity, and interactive entertainment to enhance passenger experience. Additionally, advancements in 5G connectivity, artificial intelligence, and smart cockpit technologies are accelerating market expansion worldwide. Rising demand for connected and personalized in-car entertainment is driving the adoption of rear seat infotainment systems. Increasing integration of high-resolution touchscreens, streaming platforms, and gaming features is enhancing passenger experience. Growing adoption of 4G LTE and emerging 5G connectivity is enabling seamless content streaming and cloud-based services. Expanding sales of premium, luxury, and electric vehicles are boosting the installation of advanced rear seat infotainment solutions. Automakers are increasingly integrating AI, voice assistants, and smart cockpit technologies to improve user interaction and convenience. Based on vehicle type, the passenger cars segment dominated the global automotive rear seat infotainment market in 2025. The segment's leadership is attributed to increasing consumer demand for enhanced passenger comfort, rising adoption of connected vehicles, and growing sales of premium passenger cars equipped with advanced infotainment features. Based on component, the display and touchscreen
Jun 30, 2026 · via marketdataforecast.com
With the Sierra.ev, Tata Motors is reviving one of its most recognisable nameplates while taking a technology-first approach. Built on the company’s Acti.ev+ architecture, the electric SUV combines a dual-motor powertrain with a connected cabin, advanced driver assistance systems, digital displays and an extensive list of comfort and entertainment features. Rather than focusing solely on performance, the Sierra.ev aims to deliver a software-driven ownership experience through connected technologies and intelligent features. Price Tata Motors has introduced the Sierra.ev with a starting price of Rs 18.79 lakh (ex-showroom), making it the latest addition to the company’s growing electric SUV portfolio. The model is positioned above the Curvv.ev and below the Harrier.ev, with bookings now underway. Customer deliveries are scheduled to commence from July 15. Battery and powertrain The Sierra.ev is built on Tata Motors’ Acti.ev+ platform and features a 75kWh battery pack paired with a dual-motor Quad Wheel Drive (QWD) system. The front axle is powered by a 140PS induction motor, while the rear gets a 209PS permanent magnet synchronous motor, delivering a combined 504Nm of torque. Tata claims the SUV can accelerate from 0-100kmph in 5.8 seconds in Boost Mode. It also offers Normal, Eco and Sport drive modes, along with six terrain modes—Normal, Grass/Snow, Mud Ruts/Gravel, Sand, Rock Crawl and Custom—to adapt to different road and off-road conditions. Interior and infotainment The Sierra.ev’s cabin is dominated by a Horizon View Triple Screen setup that stretches across the dashboard. The layout integrates the driver’s display, central infotainment screen and a dedicated passenger display into one continuous interface, allowing occupants to access navigation, media and vehicle information simultaneously. The infotainment system supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, enabling smartphone integration without cables. Tata has also included Theater Pro, which turns the passenger display into an entertainment screen when the vehicle
Jun 30, 2026 · via moneycontrol.com
When Choi, a 35-year-old office worker living in Korea, started looking for her next car, she did not expect BYD, a Chinese electric vehicle (EV) brand, to make her shortlist. “I've wanted an electric vehicle, but domestic models are just too expensive,” Choi said, adding that rising fuel prices first sparked her interest in EVs. Her attention later turned to Chinese brands after reading about China's rapid adoption of EVs and how it helped cushion the country from recent oil-price shocks linked to the conflict in the Middle East. “I still have some biases against Chinese products, but with so many people driving them in China, I figured they can't just be cheap junk,” she said. “They’ve probably spent years developing the technology and gone through plenty of trial and error.” Choi’s case reflects a subtle shift underway: Chinese EV makers are stepping up their presence in Korea, one of the world’s most competitive automotive markets, and are now gaining traction. The push comes as Chinese-made vehicles overtook Japanese brands in Korea’s import market for the first time in April, according to data from the Korea Automobile Importers & Distributors Association. Chinese vehicles accounted for 2,023 new registrations during the month, slightly ahead of Japan’s 1,974 and giving China a 6 percent share of the import market. That was driven largely by BYD, whose April registrations alone exceeded the combined sales of major Japanese brands including Toyota, Lexus and Honda, and ranked as the country's fourth-best-selling import brand for a second consecutive month, data showed. Meanwhile, Chinese automakers are accelerating their local expansion. Zeekr, the premium EV brand under China's Geely Group, recently entered the Korean market and received more than 500 preorders within six days of launching reservations for its first model, the Zeekr 7X electric SUV. While Chinese
Jun 30, 2026 · via koreatimes.co.kr
With its 70-year-old Glass House headquarters becoming outmoded and fading into history, Ford Motor Co. asked itself, “Where do we grow from here?” The automaker is answering that question in part by converting the former Product Development Center in its hometown of Dearborn, Michigan, into its new World Headquarters South. Construction started in April. Scheduled for completion in 2029, the expanded and renovated World Headquarters complex will accommodate 10,000 to 11,000 employees in total. The main new World Headquarters building opened in November 2025. At 3.3 million square feet, the combined new complex will cover twice the area of Glass House, formally known as the Henry Ford II World Center, Ford says. In addition to providing modern workspace for 5,000 employees, the World Headquarters South building will house space for labs, testing and prototyping, and will also will become the new home of Ford Racing. Relocating the racing operation closer to the broader business promotes the transfer of learnings from the track into road car development, Ford says. The overall World Headquarters project is part of Ford’s overall effort to enhance efficiency and collaboration with product development, and create a more cohesive working environment, the automaker says. “As we deliver the Ford+ (growth strategy) plan, our teams must collaborate more closely than ever,” Jim Farley, Ford president and CEO, said in a statement. “This includes connecting the Ford Racing teams who innovate on the track with their colleagues across the business, and help bring those advances to our customers' vehicles. “And to power the best team in the industry, we're providing modern, tech-forward workplaces, plus world-class amenities.” At World Headquarters South, those amenities will include cafés, markets, wellness rooms, reflection rooms, mothers’ rooms and a 30,000-square-foot fitness center featuring strength training and cardio equipment and locker room, according to Ford.
Jun 30, 2026 · via wardsauto.com
Petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric, with hydrogen-powered to follow: the fifth-generation BMW X5 offers a choice of five different drive options in one and the same model. Technology openness made real, serving different mobility profiles, customer needs and market requirements worldwide. The new BMW X5: one model, five drives. How the new BMW X5 combines everyday usability with the future. When BMW first introduced the X5 in 1999, it marked the debut of a new vehicle concept: the SAV, or Sports Activity Vehicle. The SAV combines the presence of a large car with BMW’s signature driving dynamics, everyday practicality and long-distance comfort. The fifth generation now takes the concept one step further – with a new design, a stronger focus on sustainability and a drive portfolio that serves a variety of mobility profiles. Customers can choose between petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid versions, as well as the fully electric BMW iX5. New to the model family, the BMW iX5 will be joined at a later stage by the BMW iX5 Hydrogen. This makes the BMW Group’s technology-open approach tangible: the new BMW X5 family allows customers who charge regularly to cover many journeys electrically, while also meeting the needs of those who frequently travel longer distances and require extended range with short stops. For customers seeking locally emission-free driving, the same model family offers multiple options. Production starts in August 2026 at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg, in South Carolina. The US plant is the BMW Group’s largest production facility worldwide and will also produce the new BMW iX5 from December 2026 – its first fully electric vehicle. BMW iX5: More range, more options. The BMW iX5 60 xDrive takes the BMW X5 into the fully electric future. Based on the sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology and an 800-volt architecture, it
Jun 30, 2026 · via bmwgroup.com
Chinese-built electric vehicles are set to hit Canadian shores, with Geely-owned Lotus becoming the first Chinese automaker to begin deliveries under a new trade agreement struck between the countries this past January. China’s ambassador to Canada, Wang Di, told Reuters that Lotus vehicles will begin arriving in Canada next month, with a delivery ceremony planned in Montreal. The deliveries mark the first imports under the agreement between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese President Xi Jinping that permits up to 49,000 Chinese-made EVs to enter Canada each year under preferential tariff treatment. The agreement is also part of Canada’s response to the unpredictable nature of its trade status with the United States by courting trade relationships that help to diversify its partners beyond the US. According to Reuters, other Chinese automakers are expected to follow. Wang said BYD and Chery are working with Canadian authorities to complete the approvals needed to begin selling vehicles in Canada. Test vehicles from both companies have already entered the country for evaluation under Canadian driving conditions, and Wang said he expects additional Chinese brands to enter the market later this year. In contrast, Chinese automakers continue to face barriers to entry in the United States and parts of Europe. The US has tagged steep tariffs on Chinese-built EVs and tightened restrictions on connected vehicle technology, effectively blocking many Chinese brands from entering the American market. Canada has instead looked to foreign investment and joint ventures with Chinese manufacturers while also continuing to invest in and develop its own domestic EV supply chain. Wang said Chinese automakers remain interested in establishing manufacturing partnerships in Canada but are first focused on building sales and evaluating demand. The agreement could provide Canadian consumers with access to several competitively priced electric vehicles that are unavailable in the
Jun 29, 2026 · via autoweek.com
Automakers warn California vehicle sales could be halted Wednesday if bill doesn’t pass By onAnnouncements The Alliance of Automotive Innovation (Auto Innovators) warns that new and used vehicle sales in California could be suspended if the July 1 effective date for legislation passed in 2024 is not pushed back. It asks that the California Legislature and Gov. Gavin Newsom enact SB 719, which would update the implementation schedule for vehicle technologies required under SB 1394. The passage of SB 1394 in 2024 requires OEMs to provide options for vehicle tracking to be disabled by the owner in an attempt to protect victims of domestic or sexual assault and human trafficking. Starting July 1, OEMs are required, by the bill, to provide a driver with the ability to terminate a person’s access to a connected vehicle service. The provider should terminate a person’s access to the vehicle within two business days after a request from a driver is made, the bill says. A driver can prove they have the authority to terminate a person’s access to the vehicle via multiple options such as legal title, dissolution decree, or a court order proving exclusive use or possession of the vehicle. Starting Jan. 1, 2028, vehicles must clearly indicate to those inside of it, who has accessed the connected vehicle service and/or location from outside of the vehicle. OEMs also would be required to include a mechanism in vehicles that allows the driver to immediately disable connected vehicle location access, according to the bill. “Without SB 719 being signed into law before July 1, there is substantial risk that auto sales in California will be suspended,” said Curt Augustine, Auto Innovators senior director of state affairs, in a release. “Automakers are already implementing the domestic violence victim protections required by SB 1394, but
Jun 29, 2026 · via repairerdrivennews.com
[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] Chinese tech rule blocks future Polestar U.S. models EV maker says it will continue selling existing inventory of its Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 models and servicing existing customers Key Takeaways: - Polestar was denied authorization to sell future models in the U.S. from next year under connected-vehicle rules targeting Chinese technology. - Bloomberg Intelligence analysts said about $250 million in 2027 revenue may be at risk, equal to about 5% of group sales. - Polestar said it will keep selling existing inventory, service customers and accelerate its shift toward Europe while preparing regional production. Polestar Automotive Holding UK was denied authorization to sell future models in the U.S. from next year under connected-vehicle rules aimed at limiting Chinese technology. Polestar, which is backed by Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, said in a statement it will continue selling existing inventory of its Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 electric vehicles and servicing existing customers. The U.S. policy would accelerate its pivot toward Europe while it prepares to manufacture future models in the region, the Swedish company added. Polestar American depositary receipts closed down about 6% on June 25 following the statement. The rules introduced by the Biden administration are designed to block connected vehicles with Chinese software, hardware or ownership ties on national security grounds. Chinese cars also face punitive tariffs, including a 100% import tax on EVs. The decision on Polestar comes after Volvo Car AB last month secured U.S. authorization to continue importing and selling connected vehicles despite also being effectively controlled by Geely founder Li Shufu. Europe accounts for nearly 80% of Polestar’s sales, while 94% of first-quarter deliveries came from markets outside the U.S., the company said. “Polestar’s inability to sell U.S. model year 2027 vehicles under
Jun 29, 2026 · via ttnews.com
How Biking around Campus Keeps Us Moving and Connected Posted: June 29, 2026 | Author: Gabrielle Costello | Read Time: 2 minutes In our fast-paced world, it's an easy habit to grab your car keys and head to campus, even when you're only a few blocks away. But what if you could break the cycle of car dependency and transform your campus experience? What if, instead, you chose a bike, e-bike, or scooter? You could transform your commute beyond getting from point A to point B, and instead create a healthier, more affordable, and more connected experience at SUU. Here is why making the switch matters for you and our community: Massive Savings for Your Wallet College expenses add up quickly, but your daily commute doesn't have to. Bikes, e-bikes, and scooters are highly cost-effective, eliminating the need for gas, parking permits, and vehicle maintenance costs. Affordable transportation options are vital to our student body. They reduce financial barriers for students experiencing financial hardship and offer crucial independence to international students who may not have a U.S. driver's license. Consider buying a secondhand set of wheels for even greater cost savings through a local non-profit and SUU partner, like Cedar City Bike Works. Think Green Parking spaces are important to some of our campus community. However, if you consider that parking lots make up a massive footprint on campus (about 1,200,000 square feet or 4,000 parking spaces), it can make the decision to go green easier for some. Parking spaces for bikes on campus only require 6,432 square feet (536 spaces), which is 25 times less space than a parked vehicle. Reducing our parking footprint helps keep our air clean, lowers fuel consumption, and reduces the "heat island effect" (a phenomenon where cities and developed areas experience significantly higher temperatures
Jun 29, 2026 · via suu.edu
Waymo robotaxis are no longer available on Uber’s ride-hail app in Phoenix, Arizona, ending a nearly three-year partnership in the city, both companies confirmed to TechCrunch on Monday. Uber said it is readying the launch of a separate autonomous vehicle partnership in the city, but did not name the partner. Waymo told TechCrunch that the vehicles Uber used for this “pilot” program have already been integrated into its own Phoenix fleet, available through its app. Waymo users started noticing that the company’s vehicles were absent from Uber’s network in recent days. Waymo’s vehicles are still available on Uber in Austin and Atlanta, for instance. Uber told TechCrunch the two companies decided to end the deployment in Phoenix as it was the contracted end date. The quiet end to this partnership in Phoenix, which Waymo said happened in May, comes as the Alphabet-owned company is starting to put its newest robotaxis — the Zeekr-made van it calls Ojai — on the road. It’s also happening as the Uber-Waymo relationship appears to be wearing in some places, with the two companies poised to directly compete against each other in London as early as this year. Still, both companies praised the collaboration in Phoenix as a successful jumping-off point for their respective robotaxi plans, which have gotten increasingly ambitious since 2023. “This was a productive pilot that paved the way for future expansions and partnerships across the globe. After hundreds of thousands of trips with Uber, we have integrated these vehicles back into our Phoenix fleet, where they will continue to serve riders through Waymo, including our public transit integration with Via, and delivery with DoorDash,” Waymo told TechCrunch. “We’re grateful to all of the Uber customers who took fully autonomous trips with us, and we look forward to continuing to serve the
Jun 29, 2026 · via techcrunch.com