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Jun 2, 2026 · via marsh.com

New Mitsubishi Pajero SUV – Fresh Details Revealed

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. Mitsubishi Pajero officially making a comeback. New SUV expected to retain ladder-frame construction. Global debut likely later this year. Mitsubishi has officially confirmed the return of the legendary Pajero SUV, bringing back one of the most iconic names in the off-road world. The Japanese carmaker recently teased the upcoming model and revealed parts of its future product roadmap, giving us an early look at what to expect from the next-generation Pajero. The new Pajero is expected to debut globally later this year and will mark the beginning of a fresh chapter for the famous SUV nameplate that has built a strong reputation through its Dakar Rally success and rugged capabilities. Also Read: New Renault Bridger – Fresh Details Out After ending production of the previous-generation Pajero in 2021, Mitsubishi is now bringing the SUV back as part of a wider expansion plan. The company recently shared a teaser with the message, “The Pajero / Montero is ready to write its next chapter.” Interestingly, Mitsubishi plans to turn Pajero into a broader SUV family instead of limiting it to a single model. This means more Pajero-branded vehicles could arrive in the future. Unlike many iconic SUVs that have shifted towards crossover designs, the new Pajero is expected to stay true to its roots. Reports suggest it will be based on the same ladder-frame platform as the latest Mitsubishi Triton pickup truck. This setup is expected to provide strong off-road ability, better durability and improved towing capabilities. Mitsubishi is also likely to develop unique suspension tuning and chassis settings specifically for the

Jun 2, 2026 · via carlelo.com

Alphabet Plans to Raise $80 Billion for AI Infrastructure

The Google parent company’s equity offerings include $30 billion in underwritten public offerings, a $40 billion at-the-market (ATM) offering program, and a sale of $10 billion of stock to Berkshire Hathaway in a private placement, Alphabet said in a Monday (June 1) press release. Alphabet plans to use the net proceeds from the public offerings and the private placement for general corporate purposes, including capital expenditures for AI infrastructure and global compute, and to use those from the ATM program primarily to meet tax obligations associated with the vesting of employee equity awards, according to the release. “AI is driving an expansionary moment for Alphabet,” the company said in the release. “The company is experiencing strong demand for its AI solutions and services from enterprises and consumers, at levels that are exceeding the company’s available supply. By scaling its investments, the company seeks to expand its foundational infrastructure to support the significant growth opportunity ahead.” PYMNTS reported in April that during an earnings call, Alphabet said its capital expenditures reached $35.7 billion in the first quarter, with the majority directed toward servers and data centers to support AI workloads. Alphabet said in its Monday press release that it expects its total 2026 capital expenditures to be between $180 billion and $190 billion, and its 2027 capital expenditures to “significantly increase” compared to 2026. Advertisement: Scroll to Continue During the April earnings call, Alphabet also reported that its revenue increased 22% year over year to reach $109.9 billion in the first quarter, with Search revenue up 19% and Google Cloud up 63%. The company said Google Cloud’s gains reflected demand tied directly to AI workloads and enterprise adoption. The Financial Times reported in May that American tech giants’ record spending on AI has eaten into their cash flow. With Big Tech

Jun 2, 2026 · via pymnts.com

Boss Talk: QNX and Vector Presidents on Simplifying the Complexity of Future Cars

On this special episode of The InEVitable, I ventured out to Ottawa, the capital of Canada and home of the engineering side of QNX, the automotive software supplier and longtime sponsor of MotorTrend’s Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) Innovator Awards. Recorded inside “The Garage” at QNX, where the company’s engineers build and test all sorts of robotic and automotive software and hardware, I met with QNX President, John Wall, and Vector President, Dr. Matthias Traub, for a conversation about the current state and future of SDVs, including what these two companies are doing to make the transition from traditional electromechanical automobiles to the electrified, connected, and possibly autonomous vehicles of the future. As we covered in this previous episode of The InEVitable, recorded live at CES, QNX and Vector recently launched a new foundational software platform called Alloy Kore™, with the intent of simplifying some of the most complicated aspects of building next-generation vehicles. Although this is a QNX and Vector co-sponsored episode, the conversation covers a broad range of topics beyond the launch and reception of Alloy Kore. Traub and Wall provide insights on the evolution of SDVs, current pitfalls and missteps within the industry, and what we can expect in the future. In talking about Alloy Kore and its safety-certified and cybersecurity advantages, we also confront a much larger philosophical question many car makers are asking themselves—whether to vertically integrate and build everything on their own (hardware, including microchips, software, motors, batteries, etc.) or iterate on the traditional supplier model. Naturally, QNX and Vector believe their “off-the-shelf” solution is the better approach, especially when factoring in all the costs, resources, safety standards, and regulations required to build an automotive-grade software platform from scratch, but we also discuss the appeal of “going vertical.” To this end, we touch on the approach

Jun 2, 2026 · via motortrend.com

Why Volvo Is Speeding Up Its EV Plans While Everyone Else Is Slowing Down

Why Volvo Is Speeding Up Its EV Plans While Everyone Else Is Slowing Down The all-new Volvo EX60 is just the beginning of an even bigger EV push by the Swedish automaker. As the all-new 2027 Volvo EX60 starts rolling off the line in Sweden, the automaker was recently granted an exemption to sell connected cars in the U.S. like the EX60 that use software developed in China. It’s a big win for the brand, which, along with its Chinese parent company Geely, has had to navigate myriad issues surrounding software and manufacturing with the cars it imports to America. So, what’s next for the premium automaker that’s a niche player on the global stage? “We need more cars,” said Volvo CEO Hakan Samuelsson. And by cars, he means electric vehicles, a pursuit that flies in the face of the industry at large that’s doubling down on hybrids with internal combustion engines and slow-walking EV plans. “I said last time we should be all electric by 2030,” said Samuelsson. The world may not be moving that fast, but Volvo wants to be ready by the end of the decade with more models utilizing its new SPA3 architecture that underpins the EX60, an electric midsize SUV, and software-defined vehicles designed to receive over-the-air updates, allowing them to continually evolve. These are the areas where Volvo is concentrating its capital investment. “We should be prepared to be all electric because I am totally convinced the future for a small company like Volvo is not to try to slow down development. We should try to speed up,” said Samuelsson. In fact, he thinks the industry as a whole should not slow the transformation to electrification. “We think it should be faster and we want to be faster than the others.” The CEO recognizes

Jun 2, 2026 · via motortrend.com

US Crackdown On Chinese Cars Could Kill Mercedes-Benz In America

There's a new bill in the US House of Representatives that wants to modernize the NHTSA, among other changes. The long text includes items like improving recall fixes, looking at VIN and window sticker changes, addressing vehicle fires, and more. But a closer look finds the bill could have some startling effects. A new report says that the Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026 could ultimately remove Mercedes-Benz, possibly the largest builder of heavy trucks in the US, from this market. And it all comes back to China. New Bill Looks To Ban 'Adversary Governments' Changes to the bill would ban vehicles from automakers with "any direct or indirect equity interest by a foreign-adversary government," CNBC reports. That stops them from importing, selling, or manufacturing vehicles in the US. Sources told the site that the language in proposed changes to the bill are clear, and that they could ban Mercedes-Benz from selling vehicles in the US. This is despite Mercedes-Benz owning and operating two US assembly plants that build SUVs and vans for the US and other markets around the world, employing more than 10,000 workers. Mercedes-Benz Has Major Shareholders From China The bill is sponsored by House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Brett Guthrie, R-Ky. This attempt to stop Chinese automakers from gaining a toehold in the US would have possible exemptions for automakers that have been building vehicles in the US since at least January 1, 2021, but it seems that Mercedes-Benz would not qualify. China is listed as a "foreign-adversary government," as are Russia and North Korea. The largest individual shareholder of Mercedes-Benz is BAIC. The Chinese state-owned automaker holds 9.98% of Mercedes-Benz, and Tenaciou3, owned by Geely founder and Chair Li Shufu, owns 9.7%. Mercedes Confirms Its Second Best-Seller Will Be Made In America Production of

Jun 1, 2026 · via carbuzz.com

Impact Of Motor Vehicle Modernization Act On Mercedes-Benz Plant

Proposed Bill Could Hit Mercedes-Benz Hard In Tuscaloosa County As it is currently written , the Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026 could have a direct negative impact on auto production and employees of the Mercedes-Benz plant in Tuscaloosa County. The bipartisan bill backed by the Trump Administration bans importing, selling, or manufacturing vehicles in the U.S. if adversary nations (like China, North Korea or Russia) hold a certain equity stake. Since there are Chinese with minority ownership in Mercedes, the legislation could have unintendeded consequences at MBUSA facilites in Vance and other facilties across the country. Mercedes-Benz directly employs over 11,000 people in the U.S. , with roughly 8,000 working in manufacturing and the remainder in corporate, sales, and distribution roles.The largest block of Mercedes employees are the some 6,000 at the Vance plants. The Vance plant has produced 5 million vehicles since it began production in 1997 and is a major contributor to the economy and civic life of Tuscaloosa/Northport. The Problem The German automaker's largest shareholder is BAIC (Beijing Automotive Group), a Chinese state-owned company, which holds roughly a 10% stake. Chinese billionaire Li Shufu reportedly owns just under 10% according to CNBC. The network also reports that exemptions included in the bill would not apply to Mercedes, which could create a major problem. Passage of the legislation sponsored by Congressman Brett Guthrie (R-Ky), as written could have a devastating economic impact on Tuscaloosa County and the state as Mercedes produces an estimated $1.5 billion for the state economy, much less the jobs the plant provides. Introduced in February, the legislation was advanced by the House Energy and Commerce Committee on May 21st by an overwhelming 48-1 vote. It now moves to the house floor for consideration as part of the broader surface transportation reauthorization package. The

Jun 1, 2026 · via tuscaloosathread.com

Modern connected cars are spying on the owners

By Dennis B. Desmond Australia’s spy agency has issued a stark warning to politicians and public servants: do not discuss sensitive or classified information in vehicles. Speaking at senate estimates, ASIO Deputy Director-General Lisa Alonso Love said last week’s warning concerned “any vehicle, whether it’s connected or not”. But she added that “connected vehicles” may come with additional risks for data collection. Her advice was that classified conversations should occur only in properly secured locations, not while travelling. The warning came after seven models of Chinese electric vehicles were added to the list of taxpayer-funded cars available to federal politicians, representing 30 percent of the vehicles now available under the parliamentarian vehicle scheme. But this is not just a problem with electric cars, nor cars manufactured in China. Connected vehicles of any kind come with several privacy and national security risks. What are ‘connected cars’? According to the Australian Signals Directorate, any vehicle that is connected to the internet, either through an embedded SIM card or a paired smartphone, can be considered a connected vehicle. Almost all major cars sold in Australia with “connected services” collect and transmit driver and passenger data to the vehicle manufacturer. A study by consulting firm McKinsey found 50 percent of cars on the road in 2021 had internet connections and predicted the number will rise to 95 percent by 2030. Data is collected and stored both on vehicle and offshore. For example, Great Wall Motor’s policy states its data is transmitted to Singapore but is available for analysis in China. What data do these cars collect? Connected vehicles are packed with sensors: in the seats, the dashboard, the engine, the steering wheel. Many also have additional driver-facing cameras plus external cameras. Vehicles can generate 1 to 2 terabytes of raw data per car each

Jun 1, 2026 · via newsreel.com.au

Ottawa sends mixed signals surrounding security concerns as Chinese EVs enter country

Jun 1, 2026 · via youtube.com

Hyundai is testing a new high-tech SDV setup for its upcoming EVs [Images]

A disguised IONIQ 6 was spotted near Hyundai’s R&D hub in Europe, revealing much more than a standard refresh model. Hyundai tests upcoming SDV with the IONIQ 6 After introducing its advanced new infotainment system, Pleos Connect, last month, Hyundai said it was the first major step in the company’s transition from a standard automaker to a “software-centric mobility leader.” The system is similar to what’s found in Tesla models, with apps and a customizable layout, making it easier to find what you need, like a smartphone. Hyundai’s setup includes two main screens. The larger central touchscreen is divided into three sections: driver information on the right, navigation and other apps on the right, and your recently used apps pinned to the bottom bar. Unlike Tesla, Hyundai Pleos Connect includes an additional, smaller display in front of the driver that provides helpful info like speed, media, and turn-by-turn directions, so you don’t have to check the infotainment system. Another difference is the addition of physical buttons for climate control and other functions located under the infotainment screen and on the steering wheel. Hyundai’s Pleos Connect debuted on the new Grandeur in Korea this month and will continue to roll out to new vehicles, including the IONIQ 3 EV. By the end of the decade, the company plans to equip about 20 million Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles with the new Pleos Connect system. The new infotainment system is Hyundai’s “first tangible step” toward an SDV architecture, which will unlock another level of in-car features. It appears Hyundai is already testing it out with its first SDV due out next year. New spy images from SH Proshots (via TheKoreanCarBlog) reveal an IONIQ 6 prototype fitted with the new Pleos Connect infotainment system inside. The exterior looks about the same as the

Jun 1, 2026 · via electrek.co

Connected vehicle data 'can have intelligence value' to adversaries: federal document

OTTAWA - Data from an advanced electric vehicle that falls into the wrong hands could be used to track people or carry out surveillance, an internal government document warns. The Public Safety Canada memo, prepared to address concerns about Chinese vehicles, urges Canadians to be mindful of the security and privacy risks of the digital devices they buy and use. kAmt2C=:6C E9:D J62C[ r2?252 A=65865 E@ C65F46 :ED `__ A6C 46?E E2C:77 @? r9:?6D6\>256 6=64EC:4 G69:4=6D E@ e]` A6C 46?E — H:E9 2? 2??F2= 42A @7 ch[___ G69:4=6D — :? 6I492?86 7@C =@H6C E2C:77D @? r2?25:2? 28C:4F=EFC2= AC@5F4ED]k^Am kAm%96 >6>@ D2JD r2?252 92D E@ 6IA2?5 :ED 64@?@>J :? C6DA@?D6 E@ 2 492?8:?8 86@A@=:E:42= 6?G:C@?>6?E — 2 ?646DD2CJ DE6A E@ 6?DFC6 64@?@>:4 D@G6C6:8?EJ]k^Am kAmQpE E96 D2>6 E:>6[ @A6?:?8 @FC >2C<6ED E@ ?6H A=2J6CD 42? 2>A=:7J E96 AC6D6?46 @7 9:89\C:D< G6?5@CD] r@??64E65 G69:4=6D[ D:>:=2C E@ @E96C D>2CE @C :?E6C?6E\4@??64E65 56G:46D[ 4@==64E D:8?:7:42?E 2>@F?ED @7 52E2 @? r2?25:2?D[ H9:49 42? 92G6 :?E6==:86?46 G2=F6[Q :E D2JD]k^Am kAmQu@C 6I2>A=6[ F?2FE9@C:K65 2446DD E@ 52E2 2?5 4@??64E65 G69:4=6 DJDE6>D 4@F=5 36 FD65 E@ 6DE23=:D9 A2EE6C?D @7 =:76 @C 4@?5F4E DFCG6:==2?46 @? D6?D:E:G6 D:E6D]Qk^Am kAm%96 r2?25:2? !C6DD FD65 E96 p446DD E@ x?7@C>2E:@? p4E E@ @3E2:? E96 >6>@[ H9:49 :?4=F56D <6J >6DD286D 2D H6== 2D BF6DE:@?D 2?5 2?DH6CD 23@FE E96 :DDF6]k^Am kAmxE A@:?ED @FE E92E 4@>A2?:6D :? r2?252 >FDE 4@>A=J H:E9 7656C2= AC:G24J =2H[ @C AC@G:?4:2= 6BF:G2=6?ED[ E92E D6E @FE CF=6D 7@C 4@==64E:?8[ FD:?8 2?5 5:D4=@D:?8 A6CD@?2= :?7@C>2E:@?]k^Am kAm%96 >6>@ 255D[ 9@H6G6C[ E92E :EVD :>A@CE2?E E@ C6>6>36C E96 ?2E:@?2= D64FC:EJ =2HD @7 46CE2:? 4@F?EC:6D[ =:<6 r9:?2[ 42? 4@>A6= >2?F724EFC6CD 2?5 DFAA=:6CD E@ D92C6 52E2 H:E9 E96:C 9@>6 8@G6C?>6?E @C A@=:46]k^Am kAmQ%96 C:D< E92E r2?25:2? 52E2 4@==64E65 3J 4@??64E65 G69:4=6D 2C6 2446DD65 2?5 6IA=@:E65 :?4C62D6D H96? E96D6 52E2 2C6 D6?E E@ — @C EC2?D:E E9C@F89 — 7@C6:8? ;FC:D5:4E:@?D H:E9 >@C6

Jun 1, 2026 · via winnipegsun.com

VW Blocks Home Assistant Integration, And Owners Want To Know Who Owns Their Data

- Owners say Home Assistant integrations suddenly stopped working after a backend change. - Critics argue the issue raises questions about who controls data generated by connected cars. - We’ve asked VW whether the change was intentional and if third-party access will return. Modern cars can do some pretty remarkable things. They can pre-condition their cabins before you leave work, start charging when electricity rates are cheapest, and even coordinate with your smart home. The catch? Many of those features only work because your vehicle is constantly talking to servers controlled by the automaker. Now, some Volkswagen owners are learning what happens when that connection changes. Users of the popular open-source Home Assistant platform report that Volkswagen vehicle integrations suddenly stopped working following what appears to be a recent change to the automaker’s authentication system. Home Assistant is a self-hosted smart home platform that allows users to connect and automate everything from thermostats and lights to EV chargers and vehicles. Read: Everyone Has This In Their Car Now But Fewer People Want It Volkswagen owners had used it to create automations that went far beyond the company’s official app, including charging only when rooftop solar panels were generating excess power, adjusting charging schedules based on electricity prices, and triggering custom notifications when charging started or stopped. Now, that functionality appears to be dead in the water thanks to VW’s back-end change. An Advocate Speaks Out The controversy quickly caught the attention of right-to-repair advocate and YouTuber Louis Rossmann, who argued that the issue isn’t really about Home Assistant at all. “It’s your car. It’s your data,” Rossmann said while discussing the situation. Rossmann also questioned the broader connected-car model used throughout the industry. “Who decided that the car should have its data sent only to the manufacturer’s server? Them,” he

Jun 1, 2026 · via carscoops.com

Connected vehicle data 'can have intelligence value' to adversaries: federal document

Connected vehicle data ‘can have intelligence value’ to adversaries: federal document Advertisement Read this article for free: or Already have an account? Log in here » To continue reading, please subscribe: Digital Subscription One year of digital access for only $1.44 a week* - Enjoy unlimited reading on winnipegfreepress.com - Read the E-Edition, our digital replica newspaper - Access News Break, our award-winning app - Play interactive puzzles *Billed as $5.77 plus GST every four weeks. After 52 weeks, price increases to the regular rate of $19.95 plus GST every four weeks. Offer available to new and qualified returning subscribers only. Cancel any time. To continue reading, please subscribe: Add Free Press access to your Brandon Sun subscription for only an additional $1 for the first 4 weeks* - Enjoy unlimited reading on winnipegfreepress.com - Read the E-Edition, our digital replica newspaper - Access News Break, our award-winning app - Play interactive puzzles *Your next Brandon Sun subscription payment will increase by $1.00 and you will be charged $17.95 plus GST for four weeks. After four weeks, your payment will increase to $24.95 plus GST every four weeks. Read unlimited articles for free today: or Already have an account? Log in here » OTTAWA – Data from an advanced electric vehicle that falls into the wrong hands could be used to track people or carry out surveillance, an internal government document warns. The Public Safety Canada memo, prepared to address concerns about Chinese vehicles, urges Canadians to be mindful of the security and privacy risks of the digital devices they buy and use. Earlier this year, Canada pledged to reduce its 100 per cent tariff on Chinese-made electric vehicles to 6.1 per cent — with an annual cap of 49,000 vehicles — in exchange for lower tariffs on Canadian agricultural

Jun 1, 2026 · via winnipegfreepress.com

Are our cars spying on us? A cybersecurity expert explains how to stay safe

Australia’s spy agency issued a stark warning to politicians and public servants last week: do not discuss sensitive or classified information in vehicles. Speaking at senate estimates, ASIO Deputy Director-General Lisa Alonso Love said the warning concerned “any vehicle, whether it’s connected or not”. But she added that “connected vehicles” may come with additional risks for data collection. Her advice was that classified conversations should occur only in properly secured locations, not while travelling. The warning came after seven models of Chinese electric vehicles were added to the list of taxpayer-funded cars available to federal politicians, representing 30% of the vehicles now available under the parliamentarian vehicle scheme. But this is not just a problem with electric cars, nor cars manufactured in China. Connected vehicles of any kind come with several privacy and national security risks. What are ‘connected cars’? According to the Australian Signals Directorate, any vehicle that is connected to the internet, either through an embedded SIM card or a paired smartphone, can be considered a connected vehicle. Almost all major cars sold in Australia with “connected services” collect and transmit driver and passenger data to the vehicle manufacturer. A study by consulting firm McKinsey found 50% of cars on the road in 2021 had internet connections and predicted the number will rise to 95% by 2030. Data is collected and stored both on vehicle and offshore. For example, Great Wall Motor’s policy states its data is transmitted to Singapore but is available for analysis in China. What data do these cars collect? Connected vehicles are packed with sensors: in the seats, the dashboard, the engine, the steering wheel. Many also have additional driver-facing cameras plus external cameras. Vehicles can generate 1 to 2 terabytes of raw data per car each day. Manufacturers collect sensor data to measure

Jun 1, 2026 · via theconversation.com

From drones to driverless cars: Israel's mobility sector is on the map | The Jerusalem Post

Elon Musk did not make it to Tel Aviv, but he still opened one of Israel’s most visible mobility events of the year. Tesla’s CEO appeared by video call at the Samson International Smart Mobility Summit 2026 after Transportation Minister Miri Regev said the security situation prevented him from coming to Israel. Musk spoke from Austin, Texas, where he said it was around 2:30 a.m., and took questions on autonomous driving (AD), artificial intelligence, and Tesla’s vision for the future of transportation. For more stories from The Media Line go to themedialine.org His appearance gave the summit an immediate global name, but the spotlight in Tel Aviv was less about celebrity than about the difficult work behind smart mobility: getting autonomous systems, drones, air taxis, safety software, and new transit ideas out of pilot mode and into public use. 'I’m a huge admirer of the innovation coming out of Israel' The most direct moment for the Israeli audience came when Musk turned to the country’s technology sector in a moment of appreciation: “I have to say, you know, I’m a huge admirer of the innovation coming out of Israel,” he said. “Honestly, I think objectively true that Israel punches far above its weight for population. I think probably number one, honestly, in the world,” adding, “My hat is off to Israel for just how much incredible innovation. I say innovation per capita. Israel must be number one by far in the world.” Asked about Tesla’s approach to self-driving technology, Musk said the company was making “steady progress” toward making AD widely available, relying on “AI and cameras” rather than radar or light detection and ranging (LiDAR), a technology that uses laser pulses to measure distances and create precise 3D maps of objects, terrain, or spaces. “It’s really trying to drive

May 31, 2026 · via jpost.com

MIPI Alliance, Hyundai, Volvo, Green Hills, Elektrobit, LG, Google, Nexperia & Valeo

In connected care news are MIPI Alliance, Hyundai Mobis, Volvo Cars, Hyundai Motor America, AISIN, Green Hills, DP Patterning, Elektrobit, ETAS, LG Electronics, Google, GigaDevice, Tury, Motive, Polar Semiconductor, Nexperia, Silicon Motion, Zuken, Valeo In this Article MIPI Alliance Launches Automotive SerDes Compliance Program for A-PHY Ecosystem The MIPI Alliance has launched the MIPI A-PHY Compliance Program, establishing the industry’s first formal validation framework for an automotive serializer/deserializer standard. The program allows semiconductor manufacturers to verify that their A-PHY long-reach physical layer devices conform to standardized specifications. The initiative is structured to satisfy automotive original equipment manufacturer and Tier 1 supplier demands for multi-vendor interoperability, functional safety, and electromagnetic interference robustness within centralized software-defined vehicle compute architectures. MIPI A-PHY serves as a standardized, long-reach physical layer interface operating up to 15 meters, enabling high-speed data transmission from vehicle image sensors and displays to autonomous driving system controllers. The compliance infrastructure is being deployed in phased intervals, with the initial phase concentrating on physical layer verification via a reference compliance test suite. Subsequent expansion phases will encompass link-layer and protocol adaptation layer testing to ensure stable data transmission for higher-layer protocols running across the MIPI Automotive SerDes Solutions end-to-end network framework. To execute and manage the testing methodology, MIPI designated BitifEye Digital Test Solutions GmbH as the program’s first authorized test lab. BitifEye will oversee future inter-vendor plugfests and manage the official registry of A-PHY compliant hardware. Development of the verification criteria involved collaboration across component manufacturers and test equipment providers, including Keysight Technologies, Sony Semiconductor Solutions, Tektronix, Teledyne LeCroy, and Valens Semiconductor. Hyundai Mobis Adopts Open-Source Architecture to Drive Global SDV Platform Standardization <p”>Hyundai Mobis has joined the Software-Defined Vehicle Working Group under the Eclipse Foundation to participate in the S-Core Project, a global open-source initiative focused on standardizing foundational

May 31, 2026 · via autoconnectedcar.com

Autonomous & Self-Driving Vehicle News: Tesla, Waymo, WeRide, Helm.ai, Torc & More

In autonomous and self-driving vehicle news are Tesla, Waymo, WeRide, Helm.ai, Reuters, FORT Robotics, Mapless AI, American Rheinmetall, Harbinger, DENSO, Carnegie Mellon University, Massimo Group, Torc Robotics, Mila, Voltera, Revel, Swift Ride, Geotab, STRADVISION, aiMotive and AEye. In this Article Investigation Find Flaws & Problems in Tesla’s Self-Driving A Reuters investigation indicates that Tesla’s Full Self-Driving safety statistics rely on flawed methodology, and data labelers responsible for training the artificial intelligence system report a lack of trust in the technology. The investigation reveals that Tesla inflated its safety claims by comparing internal airbag-deployment data against federal crash statistics that utilize a lower threshold involving tow-truck dispatches. When evaluated using comparable airbag-deployment metrics, the data showed the system was roughly three times farther between crashes rather than the ten times safer figure claimed by company executives. Former data labelers tasked with reviewing video from vehicle external cameras reported frequent failures, including inadequate responses to emergency vehicles, motorcyclists, and construction zones. Dedicated analysis of near-miss footage also highlighted instances where the software failed to detect pedestrians and children in crosswalks. Additionally, workers noted instances of significant speeding following the introduction of more aggressive driving profiles. The report details that Tesla engaged in extensive high-definition mapping of specific operating zones ahead of public robotaxi demonstrations in California and Texas, challenging public assertions that the camera-based system operates entirely without localized digital mapping. The labor-intensive annotation required for these limited operational design domains has reportedly restricted the scaling of the unsupervised fleet, which maintains a limited deployment footprint nearly a year after initial pilot launches. Waymo Deploys Sixth-Generation Autonomous Ojai Vehicles to San Francisco and Los Angeles Fleets Waymo has commenced deployment of its sixth-generation driverless system on Ojai vehicles, initiating employee and guest testing across San Francisco and Los Angeles. Engineered on an

May 31, 2026 · via autoconnectedcar.com

Kia Seltos vs Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Comparison – Price, Mileage, Specs & Features 2026

Kia Seltos vs Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Kia Seltos GTX(A) Diesel AT 19.99 lakh Maruti Suzuki Wagon R ZXI+ AGS 1.2 6.84 lakh Engine & Transmission Engine Displacement Engine Installation Engine Type Number of Cylinders Max Engine Torque Max Engine Power Fuel Type/ Propulsion Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox Number of Gears Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox Drive Layout Lockable Differential/s Gearbox Type Pure Electric Driving Mode Fuel & Performance Auto Start/Stop Terrain Modes Fuel Supply System Fuel Tank Capacity Emission Standard Autocar Tested Mileage Autocar Tested Highway Mileage Autocar Tested City Mileage Official Fuel Economy E20 Compatibility User Reported Mileage Suspension & Steering Rear Brakes Front Brakes 4 Wheel Steer Type of Power Assist Steering Adjust type Steering Adjust Damper Control Ride Height Adjust Rear Suspension Type Rear Springs Front Springs Front Suspension Type Rear Tyre Size Spare Wheel Wheel Size Front Tyre Size Wheels Turning Radius Dimensions Length Width Wheelbase Height Doors Boot Capacity Chassis Type Ground Clearance Kerb Weight Comfort Cup Holders Bottle Holder in Doors Flat Bottom Steering Wheel Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust Push Button Start Climate Control Rear AC Vents Cooled Cup Holders Cooled Glovebox Rear Parcel Tray Cruise Control Foldable Seatback Table Roof Grab Handles Driving Modes Remote Locking Rear Power Outlet Dead Pedal Digital Instrument Cluster Rear Reading Lamp Rear Window Sun Shades Driver Armrest Storage Door Pockets Rear Windscreen Sun Shade Front Seatback Pockets Voice Assisted Sunroof Heated ORVM Ambient Lighting Launch Control Hands-free Boot Opening Vanity Mirror Glove Box Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear Auto Parking Trunk Light Third Row AC Vents Sunroof Sunglass Holder Power Windows Power Windows with One Touch-Down Steering Mounted Controls Keyless Entry Power Windows with One Touch-Up Interior Lamps Cabin Boot Access Bluetooth

May 31, 2026 · via autocarindia.com

How New Zealand is leading the way in fleet technology

From automated servicing to 5 minute EV charging. From connected cars and digital road user charges to AI fleet management, Aotearoa is making waves in the world of fleet technology. At the recent Yoogo Fleet Technology Roadshow, a panel of experts explained how New Zealand is at the forefront of fleet innovation – and outlined some of the other big tech trends on the horizon. Connected vehicles boost safety and efficiency Modern cars can collect an enormous amount of data, using both onboard sensors and telematics. If you choose to share that data, it can provide a wealth of insights, from when the oil needs changing to early safety alerts. Fleet managers can immediately see how each vehicle is being used, address safety issues, undertake predictive maintenance and improve fleet efficiency. “Fleet is one of the top five costs for most businesses,” noted Michelle Herlihy, CEO of Speirs Finance Group, which owns Yoogo Fleet. “One of our new customers was immediately able to reduce their fleet by 5%, based on what we identified from our data and analytics. We looked at a few more strategies and managed to reduce costs by around 10% in total, across about 700 vehicles.” New Zealand is also leading the way as the testing ground for BYD’s Internet of Things (IoT) connected vehicles, with a 1000-car pilot currently underway. This would eliminate the need for additional in-car hardware, and could potentially provide national-level data on measurables like air quality. Plus, with electronic road user charges (eRUC) set to become mandatory from next year for all vehicles, connected cars offer a way to automate and streamline compliance. Yoogo Fleet is working alongside their telematics partner, to deliver seamless eRUC integration at fleet scale. Automation and AI improve fleet management Yoogo Fleet is the first fleet company

May 31, 2026 · via nzherald.co.nz

Honda has plans for India. The new City signals commitment

How quickly things can change in just about seven months. At the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo in October last year, Honda was extremely bullish about its future, with CEO Toshihiro Mibe outlining the company’s ambitious plans in India, the rest of the world, and in Formula 1. If you are a fan of F1 like me, you must have seen the ongoing disaster that has marked Honda’s new partnership with Aston Martin. Not all Honda’s fault though. According to F1 insiders, poor team management by their chassis partner Aston Martin has a healthy share of the blame as well. But this is not a good look for the Japanese carmaker by any stretch. And then there were Honda’s plans for the world. In Tokyo, I got up close and personal with the Honda Series 0, a SUV and a Sedan featuring a radical new design language both outside and inside. These were going to be Honda’s flagship products across North America, Europe, and China. However, in March, Honda announced that they were pulling the plug on the Series 0 electric vehicles. The company declared its first annual loss in 70 years, a huge hit of $2.7 billion. Global tariff wars and shifting consumer preferences, particularly in the lucrative North American market, has taken a toll on the electric vehicle market. To be fair, Honda is not alone in this write-down of electric vehicle investment as other carmakers too struggle declaring massive losses amid competition from China and global tariff wars. Global carmaker Stellantis (owner of Citroen and Jeep, among other brands) declared a truly terrifying loss of $26.3 billion for 2025 and they’ve recently announced that they’ll co-develop the next Jeep for India with Tata, but that is another story. Honda, on the other hand, doubled down on India.

May 31, 2026 · via theprint.in

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How New Zealand is leading the way in fleet technology

Honda has plans for India. The new City signals commitment