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InterDigital Eyes $1B ARR by 2030 as 6G, AI Video and Patent Push Take Center Stage InterDigital IDCC executives outlined the company’s licensing model, growth targets and patent-enforcement strategy during an appearance at the J.P. Morgan TMC conference, emphasizing the company’s role in wireless, video compression and artificial intelligence research. Liren Chen, InterDigital’s CEO and president, said the company was founded in 1972 and focuses on “foundational research” in wireless, video compression and artificial intelligence. He said InterDigital develops technology, contributes it to open standards and monetizes its patent portfolio through licensing agreements. Revenue from licensing is then reinvested into research and development, he said. Chen said InterDigital has licensed eight of the top 10 smartphone vendors globally, including Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, Honor and Lenovo, and has about 85% of the smartphone industry under license. He added that the company also licenses technology to consumer electronics vendors, television makers, PC makers and, increasingly, the connected-car industry. Standards Role and Patent Portfolio Chen described InterDigital’s business as beginning with innovation and extending through participation in standards-setting organizations, including 3GPP for cellular technology, IEEE for Wi-Fi and MPEG for video. He said InterDigital engineers participate in and often lead standard-development work, with more than 110 leadership roles across standards organizations. In 3GPP, which defines 5G and is expected to define 6G, Chen said InterDigital is one of three companies globally, and the only U.S. company, with more than one chair among the organization’s 15 working groups. He said the company has two chair roles in 3GPP. Chen said InterDigital’s technology can become part of standards when the company demonstrates to industry peers that its solution is faster, more efficient, more reliable or offers lower delays than alternatives. If adopted into a standard, the patented technology can be used across billions
Tata Nexon Ev vs Vinfast Vf6 Tata Nexon Ev Empowered+ A 45 Red Dark 17.49 lakh Vinfast Vf6 Wind Infinity 19.19 lakh Engine & Transmission Fuel Type/ Propulsion Pure Electric Driving Mode Number of Motors Motor Type Max Motor Power Max Motor Torque Drive Layout Gearbox Type Number of Gears Lockable Differential/s Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox Fuel & Performance Battery Capacity Terrain Modes Claimed Range Charging Time Auto Start/Stop 0-100kph 20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown) 40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown) Suspension & Steering Front Brakes Rear Brakes Type of Power Assist Steering Adjust Steering Adjust type Turning Radius Front Suspension Type Front Springs Rear Suspension Type Rear Springs Damper Control Ride Height Adjust Wheels Wheel Size Front Tyre Size Rear Tyre Size Spare Wheel Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Doors Ground Clearance Boot Capacity Kerb Weight Comfort Power Windows Acoustic Windshield Cabin Boot Access Digital Instrument Cluster Door Pockets Utility Recess On Dashboard Vanity Mirror Bottle Holder in Doors Driver Armrest Storage Driver rear view monitor (DRVM) Vehicle to load (V2L) Rear Parcel Tray Bluetooth Connectivity Electric Tailgate Release Steering Mounted Controls Sunglass Holder Powered Tailgate Cup Holders Power Windows with One Touch-Down Cooled Glovebox Front Seatback Pockets Headlight and Ignition on Reminder Voice Assisted Sunroof Interior Lamps Power Windows with One Touch-Up Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold Remote Locking Keyless Entry Push Button Start Climate Control Rear AC Vents Third Row AC Vents Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear Rear Window Sun Shades Rear Windscreen Sun Shade Rear Power Outlet Sunroof Ambient Lighting Driving Modes Cruise Control Auto Parking Launch Control Dead Pedal Hands-free Boot Opening Glove Box Foldable Seatback Table Roof Grab Handles Safety Crash Test Rating Door Ajar Warning Driver
The Future of Car Repairs May Not Require a Workshop Visit Connected vehicles, AI-powered diagnostics, and over-the-air updates are transforming the future of automotive maintenance. Gone are the days when cars were just mechanical machines with engines and wheels. Cars today are becoming smart devices, capable of monitoring themselves, detecting issues in real time, and even receiving over-the-air updates without the need for a physical workshop visit. This is fueling the hyper-growth of the automotive remote diagnostics market. As connected cars, electric vehicles (EVs), and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) become mainstream, automakers and fleet operators are increasingly turning to remote diagnostics for boosted efficiency, enhanced uptime, and a smarter driving experience. What once needed a mechanic and a garage visit can now often be diagnosed, or sometimes even fixed, remotely through cloud connected systems. Market Experiencing Unprecedented Growth Valued at approximately USD 17.8 billion in 2025, the global automotive remote diagnostics market size is forecast to hit close to USD 55 billion by 2034, with a significant compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 12.9% from 2026 to 2034. This explosive growth is attributed to the increasing connectivity, digitalization, and software reliance of vehicles. The focus of automotive manufacturers is no longer on just building cars, but on creating connected ecosystems with a deep reliance on data, cloud computing, AI, and real-time diagnostics. What Exactly is Automotive Remote Diagnostics? Automotive remote diagnostics is the ability to remotely check a vehicle’s system, utilizing telematics systems, on-board sensors, cloud based platforms, and wireless connectivity. These systems collect constant real-time information regarding: - Engine Performance - Battery Condition - Braking System - Tire Pressure - Fuel Consumption - Software Status - Sensor Performance The data collected from the system is relayed to cloud-based platforms, which utilize intelligent data analysis tools to detect anomalies,
The in-vehicle payment services market to grow from US$ 7.06 Bn in 2026 to US$ 15.70 Bn by 2033, at a CAGR of 12.1% during the forecast period BRENTFORD, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, May 25, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The global In-Vehicle Payment Services Market is projected to grow from US$ 7.1 billion in 2026 to US$ 15.70 billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 12.1%. Growth is driven by the rising adoption of connected vehicles, EV charging infrastructure, contactless payments, and embedded infotainment systems with integrated payment capabilities. Increasing deployment of NFC-enabled payment systems, digital wallets, and cloud-connected vehicle platforms is accelerating seamless in-car commerce worldwide.Automakers, fintech firms, and payment providers are actively partnering to integrate secure payment solutions into vehicle ecosystems. Fuel stations and EV charging remain the leading application areas due to high transaction frequency, while app and e-wallet-based payments are emerging rapidly. North America dominates the market with 32.8% share, supported by advanced EV infrastructure and OEM partnerships, whereas Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing region due to rising EV adoption and digital payment expansion in China and India. ððð ð ððð¦ð©ð¥ð ððð ðð«ð¨ðð¡ð®ð«ð ð¨ð ðð¡ð ððð©ð¨ð«ð: https://www.persistencemarketresearch.com/samples/36774 Market Segmentation The In-Vehicle Payment Services Market is segmented by mode of payment, application, vehicle type, and region. NFC-based payments dominate the market due to their fast, secure, and contactless transaction capabilities across fuel stations, toll systems, parking, and EV charging networks. Meanwhile, app and e-wallet-based payments are witnessing rapid growth as automakers integrate digital wallets and mobile payment platforms into connected vehicle ecosystems. By application, fuel stations and EV charging hold the largest market share because of the growing adoption of electric vehicles and expanding charging infrastructure worldwide. Toll collection, parking payments, and drive-through commerce are also gaining momentum with the rise of smart mobility infrastructure and connected vehicle
The 2026 edition of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) confirmed what the entire ecosystem had sensed: the car is no longer just a mechanical object, but a software platform in motion, writes Pascal Benarousse, director of development strategy at Linedata. Between the acceleration of electric vehicles, breakthroughs in autonomy and the rise of Chinese manufacturers, the next generation of mobility is being played out as much in the cloud and AI models as under the hood. For the automotive loan and financing sector, this shift is not a backdrop: it reshuffles the cards of residual value, risk and financing economic models. In other words, what is changing in Las Vegas or Wuhan is not only about the car, it is silently redefining the very business of financing a vehicle. The three disruptions that are transforming car financing The first break is conceptual: the vehicle is no longer a fixed asset with linear depreciation, but an evolving software platform. Software-defined architectures, supported by leading Chinese manufacturers, allow remote updates that activate or degrade key features (driving aids, range, energy performance). The residual value now depends on a software biography: level of updates, compatibility with standards, maintenance of licences and regulatory compliance. The same model can thus diverge radically in value depending on its connected operation, forcing financiers to integrate the dynamics of the software and paid services ecosystems into their expertise. The second break concerns use: from individual ownership, electrification and autonomy are propelling towards shared and intensive models (robotaxis, autonomous urban fleets, usage-based subscriptions). Chinese manufacturers excel in these native vehicles for connected fleets, shifting the field from B2C to B2B and B2B2C. Financiers are now supporting mobility operators whose revenues depend directly on the performance of digital assets. Traditional leasing gives way to hybrid contracts separating hardware and software
There is growing concern over data privacy in connected cars. Image: Supplied As modern vehicles become increasingly connected, concerns are growing globally over how much personal data motorists are unknowingly sharing every time they drive. A recent report by the BBC highlighted concerns around connected vehicles functioning as rolling digital platforms, capable of collecting everything from location data and driving habits to more personal indicators such as facial expressions, body language, age, weight and behavioural patterns. The report, largely focused on developments in the United States, notes that many consumers remain unaware of the scale of data collection taking place inside modern vehicles and how that information may ultimately be used. Connected cars becoming the norm According to consultancy McKinsey & Company, around 50% of vehicles on the road in 2021 were connected to the internet, with that figure expected to rise to 95% by 2030. Vehicle data can be collected directly through onboard systems, connected smartphones, infotainment platforms, mobile applications and insurance telematics programmes. A 2023 analysis by the Mozilla Foundation reviewed privacy policies from 25 vehicle brands and found that none met the organisation’s privacy and security standards. The report also raised concerns around the commercial use of vehicle data, with some manufacturers allegedly reserving the right to collect broad categories of personal information, including financial details, behavioural traits and other sensitive data. Examples were also cited of driving data being shared with insurers and data brokers, potentially influencing insurance premiums. AA warns consumers Locally, the Automobile Association of South Africa says South African motorists should be paying closer attention to how their personal information is being collected and used. “Connected vehicle technology undoubtedly offers important benefits for safety, convenience and mobility, but consumers also have a right to know exactly what data is being collected, who has
China’s EV giants are colliding with Israel’s security concerns As Chinese electric vehicles dominate the market, Israel is debating how much trust connected cars deserve. Last week, a significant controversy erupted in China. According to a report by the state-run China Media Group news agency, BYD owners who performed OTA software updates discovered that their vehicles had undergone what drivers described as a “battery lock.” The result: while BYD marketed the vehicles as capable of traveling 500 kilometers according to the European WLTP standard, after the update some owners reported an actual driving range closer to 300 kilometers. In effect, a remote software update had materially reduced the vehicles’ capabilities. OTA updates, short for Over The Air, allow automakers to remotely update vehicle software. Modern car owners are already familiar with the process: drivers receive a notification on the vehicle’s screen, much like on a smartphone, informing them of a pending system update. The owner approves the installation, and in some cases approval is not even required, and after a few hours the vehicle’s software changes. Menus may be reorganized, cybersecurity systems upgraded, or driving functions adjusted. These changes are generally limited to software and cannot repair physical faults such as a broken air-conditioning vent or steering-wheel alignment. But in the world of electric propulsion, whether in plug-in hybrids or fully electric vehicles, software control is extremely powerful. The fact that OTA updates can directly affect a vehicle’s electric driving range is especially significant. In a gasoline-powered vehicle, range is determined by the size of the fuel tank, which cannot be changed remotely. In contrast, battery charging limits and energy-management systems can be altered through software updates delivered over the air. Remote software updates and the possibility that vehicles may transmit sensitive data are not new concerns. The IDF already
Most auto AI features are still not paying their own bills, even after years of investment across voice tools, driver prediction systems, connected car services, and digital shopping products. A live poll run during an SBD Automotive webinar found that only 18% of AI features are profitable for most attendees. See, automakers can build AI, no one is arguing that in the year 2026, but getting those tools to earn more than they cost is an entirely different story. SBD Automotive’s Robert Fisher said, “AI in automotive is nothing new. But making AI pay for itself is still very difficult.” SBD Automotive’s Andy Qiu said the industry is looking at the wrong problem when it talks about AI inside cars. “This is not a technology problem,” Andy said. “It’s a P&L problem.” The point here is that these capabilities of artificial intelligence are not just a one-off investment into new hardware. Unlike other hardware in the car, which once installed becomes silent, the artificial intelligence in the car does not become silent every time its functions are used. Each voice request, route planning, forecast, or connection can entail additional costs through the cloud. “Every time a user interacts with an AI feature, your cloud meter is running. That’s not capex anymore. That’s ongoing opex every day, forever,” Andy said. It raises an interesting business dilemma. In case of failure, the feature is an expense item for R&D. Yet in case of success, usage could drive up the cost of operations. Thus, the automobile manufacturer would need to prove that the technology generates sufficient revenue, loyalty, data value, subscription fees, or sales assistance. Andy noted that most of the manufacturers do not have proper cost management per each individual AI component. This could mean that they would fail to identify which
India’s electric passenger vehicle market surges 57% in early 2026 amid rapid digital adoption Strong growth in connected mobility, charging infrastructure expansion, and in-vehicle technologies is reshaping India’s automotive landscape India’s electric passenger vehicle (EV) market recorded a 57 per cent year-on-year increase in the first quarter of 2026, significantly outpacing the overall passenger vehicle market growth of 13 per cent. The expansion was supported by improved charging infrastructure, competitive pricing, and rising connectivity features, according to IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The study highlighted a sharp rise in connected EV adoption, which grew 67 per cent year-on-year. Digital cluster penetration also increased from 35 per cent to 48 per cent, while overall adoption of digital clusters climbed 55 per cent. EVs have now emerged as India’s second most important smart device category after smartphones, reflecting the growing integration of mobility and digital ecosystems, reports the source. Technological integration continued to accelerate across vehicle safety systems, with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) adoption rising by 49 per cent. Level 2 ADAS has now become standard in 91 per cent of equipped vehicles. The report estimates that electric vehicles will account for 7–8 per cent of India’s passenger vehicle market by the end of 2026, while connected vehicles are projected to capture 40–45 per cent of market share. Digital cockpit adoption also increased by 49 per cent, rising from 29 per cent to 39 per cent, as immersive in-car experiences become a key purchasing factor. Expert noted that India’s automotive sector is undergoing structural transformation driven by electrification, connectivity, and premiumisation. According to him, sustained growth will depend on continued investment in charging infrastructure, supply chain resilience, and balanced policy support.
Tata Altroz vs Nissan Magnite Tata Altroz Accomplished + S 1.2 Petrol DCT 10.62 lakh Nissan Magnite Tekna+ 1.0 Turbo Petrol CVT 10.96 lakh Engine & Transmission Fuel Type/ Propulsion Engine Installation Pure Electric Driving Mode Number of Cylinders Engine Displacement Engine Type Max Engine Power Max Engine Torque Drive Layout Gearbox Type Number of Gears Lockable Differential/s Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox Fuel & Performance Fuel Tank Capacity Auto Start/Stop E20 Compatibility Emission Standard Fuel Supply System Official Fuel Economy City Fuel Economy as Tested Highway Fuel Economy as Tested Suspension & Steering Front Brakes Rear Brakes Type of Power Assist Steering Adjust Steering Adjust type Turning Radius Front Suspension Type Front Springs Rear Suspension Type Rear Springs Damper Control Ride Height Adjust Wheels Wheel Size Front Tyre Size Rear Tyre Size Spare Wheel 4 Wheel Steer Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Doors Ground Clearance Boot Capacity Chassis Type Kerb Weight Comfort Power Windows Digital Instrument Cluster Door Pockets Cooled Glovebox Driver Armrest Storage Electric Tailgate Release Cabin Boot Access Headlight and Ignition on Reminder Voice Assisted Sunroof Interior Lamps Bluetooth Connectivity Power Windows with One Touch-Down Powered Tailgate Rear Parcel Tray Sunglass Holder Steering Mounted Controls Power Windows with One Touch-Up Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold Remote Locking Keyless Entry Push Button Start Climate Control Rear AC Vents Third Row AC Vents Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear Rear Window Sun Shades Rear Windscreen Sun Shade Rear Power Outlet Sunroof Ambient Lighting Driving Modes Cruise Control Auto Parking Launch Control Dead Pedal Hands-free Boot Opening 12 Volt Port Vanity Mirror Trunk Light Cooled Storage Glove Box Front Seatback Pockets Cup Holders Rear Reading Lamp Safety Crash Test Rating Side Airbag Day Night
Hyundai recalls more than 421K vehicles over software brake issue: NHTSA Hyundai is recalling more than 421,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a software issue that can cause unexpected braking issues, increasing the risk of crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall affects certain 2025 and 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vehicles, NHTSA announced earlier this week. "Software in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance system to activate prematurely and unexpectedly apply the brakes," NHTSA said in a statement posted on its website. Dealers will update the front camera software free of charge, NHTSA said, adding that owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning July 17. Owners were advised to check whether their vehicles are included in the recall through Hyundai or the NHTSA recall database, as well as contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. The recall comes soon after Hyundai announced another safety recall involving more than 54,000 Elantra Hybrid vehicles because of a potential fire risk tied to overheating in the hybrid power control unit.
BYD: assisted driving slashes severe accident rate to one-sixth across 3 million vehicles BYD said its assisted driving systems are now deployed across more than 60 vehicle models, and nearly 3 million vehicles, with severe accident rates reduced to one-sixth of human driving levels based on airbag-triggered incidents per 10 million kilometres, according to Autohome. The figures were presented by Yang Dongsheng, BYD Group senior vice president and head of the Automotive New Technology Research Institute, during the 13th Intelligent Connected Vehicle Technology Annual Conference held in Shanghai on May 21. Large-scale deployment Yang said BYD began expanding its deployment of intelligent driving in early 2025 and now offers L2-assisted driving systems across almost its entire passenger-car lineup. According to the presentation, navigation-assisted driving activation rates exceeded 50%, while parking-assistance usage reached 86%. BYD also stated that parking-related scratches and minor collisions declined to approximately one-fiftieth of human-driving levels under its parking assistance system. The company referenced its “God’s Eye” intelligent driving system and the associated parking-assistance guarantee program introduced in July 2025. The speech comes ahead of BYD’s May 28 intelligent-driving strategy event, which has triggered industry speculation over a broader rollout of updated God’s Eye systems and additional vehicle integration plans. Xuanji architecture and AI models Yang attributed part of the system integration capability to BYD’s Xuanji Architecture, which combines the electronic architecture and electrification systems into a unified vehicle platform. According to the presentation, BYD uses cloud-based world models and reinforcement learning for long-tail simulation training, supported by 190 million km of daily driving data generation. Yang said the company currently performs algorithm iterations every three days. BYD also described the use of physical AI models on the vehicle side for predictive driving functions and defensive-response calculations. The company said the system combines visual occupancy network detection
Honda Elevate vs Kia Carens Honda Elevate Petrol ADV Edition CVT 16.57 lakh Kia Carens Premium (O) Diesel MT 12.77 lakh Engine & Transmission Number of Cylinders Pure Electric Driving Mode Max Engine Torque Max Engine Power Fuel Type/ Propulsion Engine Displacement Engine Installation Engine Type Drive Layout Gearbox Type Number of Gears Lockable Differential/s Fuel & Performance Fuel Tank Capacity Highway Fuel Economy as Tested City Fuel Economy as Tested Terrain Modes E20 Compatibility Emission Standard Official Fuel Economy Fuel Supply System Auto Start/Stop Suspension & Steering Rear Brakes Front Brakes Steering Adjust type Steering Adjust 4 Wheel Steer Turning Radius Type of Power Assist Rear Springs Ride Height Adjust Rear Suspension Type Front Springs Damper Control Front Suspension Type Rear Tyre Size Spare Wheel Wheel Size Wheels Front Tyre Size Dimensions Kerb Weight Width Wheelbase Length Height Ground Clearance Boot Capacity Chassis Type Doors Comfort Digital Instrument Cluster Rear Power Outlet Rear Reading Lamp Driving Modes Rear Window Sun Shades Rear Windscreen Sun Shade Driver Armrest Storage Door Pockets Remote Locking Electric Tailgate Release Dead Pedal Roof Grab Handles Cup Holders Cruise Control Cooled Storage Cooled Glovebox Climate Control 12 Volt Port Rear Parcel Tray Rear AC Vents Push Button Start Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear Powered Tailgate Power Windows Front Seatback Pockets Glove Box Hands-free Boot Opening Headlight and Ignition on Reminder Interior Lamps Launch Control Keyless Entry Sunroof Sunglass Holder Third Row AC Vents Cabin Boot Access Trunk Light Auto Parking Ambient Lighting Bottle Holder in Doors Utility Recess On Dashboard Bluetooth Connectivity Steering Mounted Controls Vehicle to load (V2L) Vanity Mirror Driver rear view monitor (DRVM) Acoustic Windshield Cooled Cup Holders Flat Bottom Steering Wheel Foldable Seatback Table UV Cut Glass Power Windows with One Touch-Down
PARIS, May 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Geely Starray EM-i has completed a beyond-compliance, dual-sided serial extreme crash test at France’s Euro NCAP-accredited UTAC headquarters. The vehicle’s exceptional performance directly validated Geely's leading vehicle safety architecture and its systemic engineering depth. Geely Auto was the sole automaker selected to conduct a live safety demonstration during the "Automotive Safety Tech Globalization & Innovation in the Smart Driving Era" summit, co-hosted by the China Automotive Engineering Research Institute Co., Ltd. (CAERI) and UTAC. As Europe's first-ever side-impact test combined with a far-side rigid pole intrusion challenge, this test goes far beyond the current Euro NCAP side-impact protocol, compounding the test’s severity to replicate real-world multi-vehicle chain collisions. During the test, a moving deformable barrier strikes the side of the vehicle at 60 km/h, pushing it into a rigid pole positioned on the opposite side, creating a second high-severity impact comparable to a side pole crash. It puts an extreme test on the vehicle’s structural integrity, millisecond-level airbag deployment algorithms, and NEV battery system protection. The results confirmed that the Geely STARRAY EM-i maintained an intact passenger cell after the collision. The restraint systems were deployed with pinpoint precision, the e-CALL emergency rescue system triggered instantly, and the doors unlocked automatically. Spanning nearly three decades of automotive manufacturing, Geely Auto has steadfastly adhered to its core philosophy of “Consumer First, Safety First”. Geely Auto has fused full-domain AI technology to enhance its Comprehensive Safety System 2.0. This evolution shifts the focus from traditional “vehicle-centric safety” to an ecosystem-wide perspective encompassing “People-Vehicle-Road-Cloud-Satellite”, anchoring four distinct zero-accident mobility visions. Through sustained R&D investments, Geely Auto has built deep technological barriers. Propelled by uncompromising quality, Geely Auto has secured top ratings in 80 global authoritative safety assessments, with various models securing prestigious five-star ratings across
Tata Harrier vs Vinfast Vf7 Tata Harrier Fearless Ultra Red Dark 2.0 Diesel AT 25.85 lakh Vinfast Vf7 Sky Infinity AWD 26.79 lakh Engine & Transmission Number of Cylinders Max Engine Torque Max Engine Power Engine Displacement Engine Installation Engine Type Fuel Type/ Propulsion Lockable Differential/s Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox Number of Gears Gearbox Type Drive Layout Pure Electric Driving Mode Number of Motors Motor Type Max Motor Power Max Motor Torque Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox Fuel & Performance Fuel Supply System Highway Fuel Economy as Tested Fuel Tank Capacity City Fuel Economy as Tested Emission Standard Drive Mode Types 0-100kph 40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown) 20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown) Battery Capacity Real World Highway Range (EV) Real World City Range (EV) Claimed Range Charging Time Auto Start/Stop Suspension & Steering Rear Brakes Front Brakes Type of Power Assist Steering Adjust type Steering Adjust Front Suspension Type Front Springs Rear Springs Rear Suspension Type Spare Wheel Rear Tyre Size Wheel Size Front Tyre Size Wheels Damper Control Ride Height Adjust Dimensions Height Width Wheelbase Length Doors Boot Capacity Chassis Type Ground Clearance Kerb Weight Comfort Rear Power Outlet Driving Modes Driver rear view monitor (DRVM) Driver Armrest Storage Push Button Start Door Pockets Rear AC Vents Rear Parcel Tray Digital Instrument Cluster Powered Tailgate Rear Window Sun Shades Rear Windscreen Sun Shade Cup Holders Cruise Control Climate Control Remote Locking Cabin Boot Access Dead Pedal Power Windows with One Touch-Up Power Windows with One Touch-Down Electric Tailgate Release Power Windows Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold Flat Bottom Steering Wheel Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear Front Seatback Pockets Glove Box Hands-free Boot Opening Headlight and Ignition on Reminder Heated ORVM Keyless Entry Interior Lamps Acoustic Windshield
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Intelligent Systems for Safer Roads Danish Nadar (AI/M.A.S. AI 3rd Year) changed the way that he looked at transportation after he was struck by a speeding car. That experience got him thinking about how quickly everyday travel can become dangerous, and how he could affect change. “After that incident, that topic transformed from an interest to personal ambition,” he says. “It clarified what I want to spend my life working on, motivated me to use (artificial intelligence) and autonomy to build safer road travel systems, improve decision-making in complex environments, and leverage novel technologies to develop exceptional and life-changing applications.” Danish is fascinated by autonomous vehicle technology and the idea that software could reduce human error. He is exploring his fascination through Illinois Tech’s Elevate initiative and by joining the university’s EcoCAR team as a connected and autonomous vehicle engineer. “The Elevate [initiative] stood out because it emphasized internship access, real professional experience, and a clear pathway to develop industry-ready skills,” he says. “After I arrived, I discovered even more opportunities that reinforced that decision, including hands-on teams such as EcoCAR, engineering organizations, and development groups. Those experiences ended up aligning perfectly with my ambitions.” Danish says he has also found a culture of mentorship and support at Illinois Tech, especially from Teaching Professor of Computer Science Jacek Dzikowski, whose challenges have pushed Danish to aim higher than he thought imaginable. Dzikowski’s standards pushed him to tackle bigger goals, stay disciplined, and follow through at a high level. “I have developed a structured process for breaking problems down, testing assumptions, and improving systems through iteration,” he says. “That shift in my mindset has shown me the difference between writing code and engineering AI systems.” Danish has been pursuing practical, applied coursework in areas such as computer vision, natural language processing,
- The Pirelli Cyber Tire gathers data and sends it to your car and to the cloud. - It could even send data to cars bnehind you to warn about potholes, rain, snow, and ice so you can adjust your driving accordingly. - No date for production, but they will be made in the U.S., Pirelli said. Pirelli just announced a major step forward in its strategy to transform tires into AI-enabled road-monitoring agents, the company said at the recent SelectUSA Investment Summit, where it presented what it has named its Cyber Tire technology. Toward that end, the Italian tiremaker acquired a 30 percent stake in Swedish AI company Univrses, strengthening the integration of advanced computer vision technologies into Pirelli’s Cyber Tire system. Wait, what is this? “Cyber Tire is the world’s first hardware-and-software system capable of collecting data and information from sensors embedded in tires,” the company said, “processing them through Pirelli’s proprietary software and algorithms, and, by communicating in real time with the vehicle’s electronics, enabling new functionalities integrated with driving and control systems to enhance the driving experience and increase safety levels, as well as supporting connected infrastructure.” What, exactly, can this do? A lot of things. “The accelerometer detects forces but also road condition, roughness, irregularities, holes, whatever,” said Piero Misani, chief technical officer and head of Cyber Tire business at Pirelli. In addition to, say potholes, it can detect water, ice, or snow on the road and, in the future, anyway, send that data to cars behind it so they know to slow down. “Cars will be more and more connected,” Misani said. “Of course, this information may be used not only inside the single car for steering and braking control, but also to inform others of critical situations. The point is that the cars
Engineers at GM have come up with a new idea for improving what a vehicle can see around it. Picture the top-down view that a 360-degree surround camera can generate, but then combine the images from the cameras on your vehicle with the cameras on the vehicles around you. That's a bigger, more detailed look, and it could be important for tech like self-driving cars. Teamwork Could Make The Autonomous Dream Work A recently published GM patent describes what the automaker calls a "collaborative perception system," and it uses it to create a "cooperative perception map." Those descriptions summarize it well, because it relies heavily on inter-vehicle collaboration. Autonomous vehicles rely on huge amounts of data to know their location, where they are going, and what is around them. Naturally, they have sensors to help do that, including LiDar and radar, as well as ultrasonic sensors and cameras with machine vision. They also have maps and previous laser scans of areas. But even with all of those combined, an autonomous vehicle can't see everything. It has blind spots for objects that are hidden, like behind other cars, as well as for objects that might not look to a computer like they are about to move, but a human can identify. Cruise Robotaxis Are Back - But You Can't Hitch A Ride In One GM has charged up its Cruise Bolt AVs to test out its newest self-driving car tech. One way to solve that problem is to have every vehicle in a location working together to make a new map. Your car can't see beside that parked car at the curb, but if its cameras could "show" your car the hidden side, your car would be safer and more effective. Data Sharing Is Both Impressive And Terrifying Sharing that data,