Audi is set to reorganise its brand operations in China, with a plan that will see SAIC-Audi transition to exclusively managing the four-letter “AUDI” brand – a series of intelligent connected electric vehicles developed specifically for the Chinese market without the traditional four-ring logo. Meanwhile, the iconic “four-ring” brand, covering Audi’s global fuel and electric vehicle lineups, will be fully consolidated under FAW-Audi. Strategic realignment This move marks a significant shift in Audi’s decade-long dual-partner strategy in China. While the core framework of the plan has been established, detailed implementation – including the division of production and sales responsibilities, the transfer of existing user rights and after-sales services for four-ring models from SAIC-Audi to FAW-Audi, and the integration of dealer interests – is still under negotiation. The AUDI brand has launched two models so far: the E5 sportback and E7x SUV. To bolster the AUDI brand, the Audi Innovation Technology Centre (AITC) was established on September 3, 2026. This joint venture, with SAIC holding 49%, Audi AG 41%, and Volkswagen China 10%, is designed to provide the AUDI brand with an independent, end-to-end R&D system, focusing on intelligent cockpits, advanced driver-assistance systems, and AI-defined vehicle technologies. Market adjustments and challenges As reported by Caijing magazine, in anticipation of this transition, SAIC-Audi has begun aggressive inventory clearance for its four-ring models. Recent promotional efforts have seen significant price cuts, such as the Audi A7L, with a guide price of 418,700 yuan (60,700 USD), being offered at 262,800 yuan (38,100 USD), and the Audi Q6, originally 467,600 yuan (67,800 USD), dropping to 279,800 yuan (40,600 USD). Production data indicates that SAIC Audi has largely ceased production of four-ring models as of July 2026. The restructuring comes as Audi faces mounting pressure in the Chinese market. In the first half of 2026, Audi’s
Sep 7, 2026 · via carnewschina.com
Wireless Android Auto is easy to use. You get in the car, and your phone connects on its own — which is what attracted me to it to begin with. However, as I started to use it more, I realized that the wired setup was actually worth all the hassle. I would rather have a phone that always works than the convenience of wireless. Wireless Android Auto made my phone way too hot Running everything over Wi-Fi just cooks your phone My SUV was the first car I had that could use Android Auto wirelessly. It was great, and I used it for years. But my phone started feeling like a hot baked potato after long drives. I remember once that it felt like it was about to catch fire if I didn't take the case off and help cool it down. It felt uncomfortable to hold, and heat was coming through the metal and glass. At first, I thought it was just a weird one-off thing, but it has happened more than once, and I've dealt with enough electrical fires to know that it is an issue. Moving to Texas from Vegas made it way more obvious. Both places turn your car into an oven in summer, but I'd argue Vegas is worse. Dry heat is worse than humidity if you're dealing with high temperatures. I thought that escaping a place where the sun hurt your skin would stop this heat buildup. It did not. With wireless Android Auto, your phone isn't just mirroring a screen; it's doing all the heavy lifting for your car's infotainment. Bluetooth handles the initial handshake and voice calls, but then the actual data stream moves to a 5 GHz Wi-Fi Direct connection. That means your phone's Wi-Fi radio is running continuously while the
Sep 7, 2026 · via howtogeek.com
UST and Italdesign Unite Design, Engineering, and AI to Shape the Future of Mobility PRNewswire Aliso Viejo (California) [US] / Moncalieri [Italy], September 7: UST, a leading AI and technology transformation solutions company, has completed the acquisition of the majority stake in Italdesign from the Audi Group. As the automotive industry rapidly shifts toward software-defined, AI-enabled and increasingly connected vehicles, the partnership brings together Italdesign's world-renowned design and engineering expertise with US-based UST's strengths in automotive engineering, AI, software-defined vehicles, and digital ecosystem design. Together, the companies will help manufacturers address the growing complexity of next-generation mobility by accelerating innovation from concept through production. The partnership reflects a shared belief that the future of mobility will be shaped by the convergence of design, engineering, software and artificial intelligence while keeping human creativity at the center of innovation. For nearly six decades, Italdesign has helped shape some of the world's most recognizable vehicles through its unique combination of design creativity and engineering excellence. Combined with UST's expertise in AI, digital engineering and software-defined vehicles, the partnership creates new opportunities to design, engineer, and deliver intelligent, connected products that will define the next generation of mobility. 'We didn't invest in Italdesign simply because of its capabilities. We invested because of its people, its heritage, and its extraordinary reputation for turning bold ideas into world-class products. By uniting Italdesign's renowned design and engineering capabilities with UST's expertise in digital engineering, AI, and technology transformation, we're building a platform to help shape the future of mobility,' said Vijay Padmanabhan, Chief Financial Officer, UST. 'Our customers increasingly need partners who can connect design, engineering, software, and AI. Together with Italdesign, we'll help our customers move from concept to production faster while preserving the creativity and engineering excellence that define great products,' said Gilroy Mathew, Chief
Sep 7, 2026 · via bignewsnetwork.com
For years, automotive retailers have debated the threat posed by digital disruptors. But according to David Spisak, CEO and President of Disruptive Growth Solutions, the bigger risk for dealers may be refusing to learn from them. In the first part of a three-part Inside Automotive series, Spisak argues that Carvana’s expansion into new-vehicle sales offers dealers an opportunity to examine what consumers increasingly expect from the buying process. Rather than dismissing the company or blindly admiring its growth, dealers should study the processes behind its success and identify where traditional retail unnecessarily complicates the vehicle-buying process. Carvana’s rapid recovery following a dramatic stock decline proves that clear, decisive planning can overcome major industry headwinds. By doubling down on transparency, simplicity, and convenience, Spisak said that the company built a brand around consumer confidence. He notes that customers can complete nearly the entire transaction remotely, purchase vehicles without seeing or driving them first, and rely on return policies to mitigate risk. This behavior aligns with broader expectations set by ecommerce giants like Amazon and Wayfair, which have conditioned shoppers to demand frictionless, low-pressure transactions. Redefining the experience & interactions A visit to a Carvana location in California reinforced a shift for Spisak. By operating with minimal inventory and a small staffing footprint, the store positioned its employees not as traditional salespeople but as customer advocates. That distinction, he suggests, reflects a fundamentally different philosophy. Instead of focusing primarily on selling, the process is designed around explaining the vehicle, financing and transaction so customers understand what is happening at each stage. "Nobody likes to be sold, but everybody loves to buy… An advocate helps guide the customer, whereas a salesperson implies you're about to be sold.” Spisak believes traditional dealers can adopt this advocate mindset without sacrificing profitability. Rather than rushing through
Sep 7, 2026 · via cbtnews.com
By proceeding, I acknowledge that I have read and agreed to the Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, consent declaration, and the sharing of my information with lending partners, dealers, OEMs, and for marketing communication via Phone Calls, SMS & WhatsApp. Maruti Suzuki has launched the Baleno facelift at a starting price of Rs 6.10 lakh, ex-showroom. The new model brings a refreshed front fascia, a new 1.2L Z-Series engine, and high-end features, including the LEVEL 2 ADAS and front ventilated seats. This premium hatchback delivers an ARAI certified fuel economy of up to 24.77 kmpl in Petrol and 33.61 km/kg in CNG, making it one of the most practical options in the premium hatchback segment. The Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift is powered by a 1.2L 3-cylinder, naturally-aspirated petrol engine producing 83hp and 112Nm. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT. It also gets a factory-fitted CNG kit, which produces 70 PS and 102 Nm, and is paired to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The base Sigma variant targets customers focusing on essential daily utility and standard safety compliance. Safety Tech: 6 Airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Hill Hold Assist, ABS with EBD, 3-point ELR seatbelts for all seats, ISOFIX child seat mounts, and Rear Parking Sensors. Exterior: Halogen Projector Headlamps, Body-Coloured Bumpers, Rear Spoiler, LED Tail Lamps, and 15-inch Steel Wheels. Interior & Comfort: Automatic Climate Control with Panel Illumination, All 4 Power Windows, Driver Auto Down Window, Tilt Steering, Keyless Entry and Digital MID with Tachometer. This variant gets additional key infotainment and convenience features. Exterior: Body-Coloured ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) with Turn Indicators, Body-Coloured Door Handles, and Full Wheel Covers. Infotainment: 7-inch SmartPlay Pro Touchscreen, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Steering-Mounted Audio Controls, 4-Speakers, and Onboard Voice Assistant. Convenience: Electrically Adjustable & Foldable
Sep 7, 2026 · via carlelo.com
5 Of The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Using Android Auto The purpose of the Android Auto framework is to make it easier to connect your Android smartphone to your car and utilize its features through your onboard infotainment system. Compared to manually messing with your phone and car's settings, it's definitely a more streamlined approach, though as with any system meant to facilitate conversation between two devices, things can sometimes get a little lost in translation. While the whole point of Android Auto is to handle all the minutiae of connecting your phone to your car for you, if you just leave the whole thing to manage itself, you could end up making a handful of different mistakes that would diminish the overall usefulness of the system. Not everyone is comfortable with these kinds of newer systems, and it's normal to experience hiccups, but so long as you avoid these mistakes, your Android Auto experience should be substantially better, as well as more convenient for your particular needs. Only connecting wirelessly Depending on your vehicle, Android Auto allows you to connect your smartphone to your car in one of two ways: either with a regular USB cable, or via a local wireless signal. Modern convention would dictate the latter to be the optimal option; everything's better when it's wireless, after all, and it does mean you don't need to take your phone out of your pocket. However, in contrast to that sentiment, Android Auto is actually a little better off with a wired connection. Connecting wirelessly puts more of a strain on your phone's resources, as it requires a constant battery-draining wireless connection to transfer data, and the connection may not always remain stable. On the other hand, plugging your phone in has the dual benefits of charging its
Sep 7, 2026 · via slashgear.com
Western coverage of Chinese artificial intelligence still tends to treat the competition as a model contest: can a Chinese company match the best American system? China is certainly in that race. But it is also pursuing a quieter route. Chinese companies are putting AI into cars, robots, cameras, smartphones, appliances, and industrial equipment already manufactured at an enormous scale. “Made in China” once meant where the hardware was assembled. Increasingly, origin also involves who wrote the software, where the data travels, and who can update the product after it has been sold. The product’s identity is no longer settled when it leaves the factory. Software provenance is becoming a second country of origin. The border has moved inside the machine. From model to machine Before examining China’s strategy, it helps to make a brief distinction. Most people encounter AI through a website or an app. They type a question into a chatbot, which sends their query to a distant data center, where a large model processes it and returns an answer. This is cloud-based AI: the intelligence lives elsewhere, and the device is only a window. Embedded AI is different. Here, the intelligence travels inside the product itself. A car’s voice assistant, a factory robot’s vision system or a smartphone’s camera software all process data locally, on the device. Embedded AI can still connect to the cloud for updates or complex tasks, but its core functions run onboard. Why does this distinction matter? Because embedded AI turns software into a physical presence. A chatbot can be replaced by switching apps. A car’s AI layer, once integrated into the vehicle’s sensors, diagnostics and update systems, is much harder to change. The software becomes part of the machine — and whoever controls that software gains a degree of control over the machine
Sep 7, 2026 · via asiatimes.com
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. -- Authorities located a car connected to an Amber Alert issued for a man wanted out of Monterey County whom law enforcement suspects is on the run with his daughter, the Sheriff's Office said Tuesday.
The vehicle is no longer being sought in connection with the Amber Alert but the man nor his daughter have been located.
The Sheriff's Office also initially said the case did not meet the right criteria for an Amber Alert to be issued.
Prosecutors have however filed charges against Galvez Perez "for the heinous crime of sexually assaulting his own child."
The public should call 911 if they see Galvez Perez or his 14-year-old daughter.
Sep 7, 2026 · via abc7news.com
3 Android Auto Problems That Are Almost Always The Cable's Fault Android Auto (AA) has had problems with USB cords for years, but it's often not Google's fault, or even your car manufacturer's — many times, it comes down to the cable you're using. That's not to say AA doesn't suffer its own connection issues, as we recently saw with the release of version 17.4, a patch for the previous patch that failed to fix reported connection irregularities. But rather than leave users guessing if their cable or Google's programming is the culprit, Android Auto includes a new feature that runs a diagnostic on your plugged-in cable. It's known as "USB Startup Diagnostics," found in the app's settings under "Connection help," designed to alert you to any cable issues. Beyond Google's new diagnostic tool, the company recommends you use the cable that came with your phone. Short cables are also recommended, cutting down on the space where the wires within can degrade the signal. You may also be using the wrong port in the car, or using a cable with a loose fit that drops its connection when things get bumpy on the road. In other words, there are plenty of reasons why a particular USB cable may be causing most of your problems with Android Auto. If you've ever asked yourself why Android Auto isn't working with your cable, today's roundup of the most frequent USB cable issues may help you finally find a setup that works reliably. For anyone who has experienced data issues, connection irregularities, or signal degradation with sound and GPS that continually cuts out when using Android Auto, the first place to look is the cable you're using. The specific problems we'll discuss below are often the cable's fault. Android Auto won't connect at all
Sep 7, 2026 · via bgr.com
| News - Stellantis Maserati eyes Chinese lifeline in Huawei-JAC talks Advanced negotiations could see Chinese-developed vehicle wear Maserati badge globally 7 Sep 2026 By MATT BROGAN MASERATI could turn to Chinese technology giant Huawei and vehicle manufacturer JAC Group for a sweeping industrial partnership that may underpin its next generation of vehicles – and potentially reshape the century-old Italian luxury marque more profoundly than any previous ownership-era change. Stellantis is understood to be in advanced discussions with Huawei and JAC over long-term cooperation involving its struggling luxury division, according to multiple reports emerging from Italy and China and subsequently confirmed to Reuters by two sources familiar with the negotiations. The proposal is considerably more substantial than a conventional technology or component-sharing arrangement. Reports suggest Huawei could provide its Harmony Intelligent Mobility technology, software and electronic architecture, while JAC would contribute engineering and potentially manufacturing expertise. Maserati would meanwhile supply design, luxury positioning, and access to its international distribution network. Perhaps most strikingly, the partners are reportedly considering a dual-brand arrangement under which a common vehicle could be sold as a Maextro – JAC and Huawei’s luxury marque – in China and as a Maserati elsewhere. The first jointly developed model could enter production before the end of 2027 should the parties reach a final agreement. Such an arrangement would give Maserati rapid access to the highly developed electric vehicle, software, and connected-car technologies now emerging from China while dramatically reducing the cost and development time associated with creating an all-new architecture independently. But it would also raise fundamental questions concerning the future engineering and manufacturing identity of one of Italy’s most historic automotive brands. Stellantis has neither confirmed nor denied the talks. Responding to Reuters, the automotive giant said that as part of normal business it holds discussions with
Sep 7, 2026 · via goauto.com.au
Josh Nevett 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe: Extended-range electric version confirmed for Australia 3 Hours Ago The Jensen Interceptor is back, but it's unclear when the track special and subsequent road cars will hit the market. Journalist Jensen International, which has until now been busy producing restomods of the original Interceptor, has revealed a new family of Interceptor models. The first one to enter limited production will be the GTX track-only special. Jensen will then use this vehicle as a base for two road-legal variants: the sportier GTR and the more luxurious GT, which it sees as the true successor to the original Interceptor made between 1966 and 1976. Styling for the new car is clearly inspired by the original, but it's not a retro vehicle like, say, the 2001 Mini or the 1997 New Beetle. Rather, the design is said to represent what the Interceptor would look like today if the original Jensen company had survived and continued developing and evolving the original car's design. Powering the GTX is a 6.8-litre supercharged V8 that Jensen describes as bespoke, but which reports indicate is based on a GM engine. In standard form it delivers 716kW of power and 1356Nm of torque, and can rev to 7000rpm. All of this is delivered to the rear wheels via a six-speed sequential manual transmission. The automaker says the engine can comfortably produce up to 895kW. For reference, the original 1966 Interceptor had a 6.2-litre Chrysler V8 making around 201kW. According to AutoExpress and Autocar, the GTX is roughly 5.2m long and 2m wide. All members of the Interceptor family have carbon-fibre aero bits, aluminium bodies, and a bonded and extruded aluminium chassis. The cars unveiled this weekend are officially prototype vehicles, so elements may change by the time they hit production. The GTR is
Sep 6, 2026 · via carexpert.com.au
In connected car news are Verra Mobility, AAI and HEVO, Knorr-Bremse and Bosch. Verra Mobility AI Title & Registration Engine Verra Mobility Corporation has introduced an automated Title & Registration platform engineered to eliminate inter-jurisdictional compliance bottlenecks across commercial carriers, autonomous vehicle operations, and rental fleets. Built on document intelligence and automated workflow orchestration, the engine identifies file classes, extracts core data fields, and executes jurisdiction-specific business logic within 90 seconds for qualifying transactions, interfacing directly with electronic DMV architectures across 15 states. The system reduces standard vehicle onboarding turnaround times from 3 to 5 days to an average of half a day, cutting operational in-fleeting latency by up to 80 percent. Designed to maintain continuous regulatory reporting across IRP and IFTA frameworks while scaling Verra Mobility’s annual run rate of 1.7 million transactions, the deployment converts title lifecycle management into a centralized workflow to reduce vehicle dwell time and expedite fleet capital utilization. AAI Urges Congress to Ban Chinese Connected Vehicles The Alliance for Automotive Innovation formally requested congressional leadership to pass a permanent federal ban on the sale, import, and domestic manufacturing of Chinese connected vehicles, hardware, and automotive software before the adjournment of the 119th Congress. In a letter addressed to House and Senate leaders, Alliance president and CEO John Bozzella characterized China’s state-subsidized automotive expansion as an imminent risk to domestic manufacturing and national security. The trade group represents major OEMs, semiconductor suppliers, battery manufacturers, and autonomous mobility developers across the United States. The trade group highlighted the rapid accumulation of market share by Chinese OEMs across Europe, Australia, Southeast Asia, Mexico, and South America. Industry concerns focus on modern software-defined architectures and telematics control units capable of continuously harvesting, processing, and transmitting user telematics, location telemetry, and critical infrastructure data. Automakers warn that subsidized pricing
Sep 6, 2026 · via autoconnectedcar.com
Jaguar Land Rover has introduced the Range Rover Electric, the first battery-electric model in the brand’s 56-year history, closing out a development process that stretched roughly two years longer than originally planned. The result is a vehicle that leans hard on Range Rover’s traditional strengths, off-road capability, driving refinement, and brand identity, while carrying the added engineering complexity of a battery-electric powertrain built largely from scratch. Range and Charging The Range Rover Electric offers up to 372 miles of range under UK testing standards, or 333 miles under the more conservative US EPA cycle. Charging from 10 to 80 percent takes roughly 22 minutes, and on a 350 kW DC fast charger the SUV can recover about 125 miles of range in just ten minutes. The vehicle also supports bidirectional charging, allowing it to send power back out to run external devices or, in a home vehicle-to-grid setup, help power a house during an outage. North American buyers get built-in NACS compatibility, granting direct access to Tesla’s Supercharger network, while JLR’s companion app points UK and European drivers toward more than a million charging points across 29 countries. Plug & Charge functionality, which would let the vehicle authenticate and pay at compatible stations automatically, is expected to arrive in 2027. ### Performance Twin permanently-excited synchronous motors, one on each axle, combine for 542 to 550 horsepower and up to 850 Nm of torque, more than any Range Rover has produced before, pushing the SUV from zero to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds. For a vehicle this size, that is a genuinely quick number, and it signals that JLR wants the Electric to feel like an evolution of the Range Rover driving character rather than a compromise made in service of a battery pack. Off-Road Credentials Remain the Brand’s Calling Card
Sep 6, 2026 · via autoconnectedcar.com
The next battleground for digital entertainment might not be the television in the living room — it could be the dashboard. Stingray, the Montreal-based media company best known for music channels and audio services, is pushing deeper into automobiles with karaoke, music, podcasts and other interactive entertainment products as car manufacturers increasingly treat the cabin as another connected media environment. “Karaoke sells cars,” Jim Riley, the U.S. Division President for Stingray, said in an interview with The Desk at the StreamTV Show in Denver earlier this summer. The comment sounds playful, but Stingray is treating the opportunity seriously: Riley said the company’s karaoke product is available or being introduced across nearly 15 automotive manufacturers, with additional launches planned. The service can be adapted depending on the vehicle, including configurations that restrict the main dashboard screen while a car is moving but allow passengers to keep interacting through their phones. Some integrations can also work with microphones inside the vehicle, allowing passengers to sing, receive scores and potentially participate in broader interactive experiences. Certain versions of Stingray’s karaoke experience allows passengers to accrue a score and compete against each other; in the future, they may be able to compete with other cars on the road. The demand is particularly pronounced among Chinese automobile manufacturers expanding into markets outside China, Riley said. Those automakers often enter international markets with an expectation that karaoke will be part of the connected-car experience, creating an opportunity for Stingray because of its ability to license music across numerous countries. “Rights is one of our superpowers,” Riley proclaimed. Stingray has built a karaoke library of roughly 100,000 songs and continues adding music, Riley said. Because the company works across international markets, it can develop localized catalogs for places that might be too small or complicated for competitors
Sep 6, 2026 · via thedesk.net
☕ Youth Sports Brew To:Brew Readers Vinnie Neuberg Editor’s note Good morning. Rev up the minivan and prep those orange slices, because it’s time to talk youth sports. In today’s special edition, we’ll discuss how private equity is transforming the industry, shine a spotlight on girls flag football, debate the best kids sports movies, and much more. Whether you’re a parent of a young athlete or just want to relive your glory years as a 12-year-old baseball player who was totally going to make it to the majors, there’s something for everyone in Youth Sports Brew. How much for an orange slice?! Has youth sports lost the plot? Getty Images When news broke a few weeks ago that Kim Kardashian would produce a TV show following the parents of elite teen baseball players, the internet’s broad reaction was: This is the last thing kids need right now. Over the past two decades, private equity has transformed youth sports into an industrial complex that’s cutthroat enough to cause a shortage of willing umpires and referees, and expensive enough to break the bank. Case study: One Florida parent who recalls playing rec sports for $80 per season as a child now spends $8,000 per year on her 12-year-old son’s club baseball practices, tournaments, and equipment, she told the Washington Post. She’s in good company: - Family spending on youth sports leaped by 46% from 2019 to 2024 to make it a $40 billion-a-year industry—more than the combined annual revenue of the NFL and NBA, according to the Aspen Institute. - Financial strain has caused 1 in 5 parents to limit or end their kids’ participation in youth sports, according to a New York Life survey from last year. How did we get here? When parks and recreation departments suffered budget cuts after
Sep 6, 2026 · via morningbrew.com
A Kensington couple said they found their stolen car thanks to multiple AirTags hidden throughout the vehicle.
It was just before 3 a.m. on Friday when Aleks Vasov and his wife, Regina Morozova, told NBC10 they woke up to the sound of their white Dodge Durango being stolen.
Surveillance video shows someone on Jasper Street breaking the back window and climbing inside. Then, a group got out of a different car, joined the person inside the Durango, and drove away.
What the thieves didn't know is that the couple had AirTags in the SUV. They used that to track the car and shared the info with law enforcement.
Police found the car later that morning on A Street in North Philly, about four miles north of where it was stolen. The couple says it was left in bad condition.
No one's been arrested yet. Philadelphia police say they're looking into whether this is connected to other recent car thefts in the area.
(photo credit: NBC10)
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Xiaomi is done being just a phone brand. At IFA 2026, it laid out plans to launch electric cars in Europe by 2027, all wired into a smart-home ecosystem it calls Human x Car x Home. Xiaomi may still be best known for its smartphones. But at IFA 2026, the Chinese technology company presented plans for a future that no longer fits inside people's pockets. Home appliances and connected devices have become an increasingly important part of its business. Now, Xiaomi is putting greater emphasis on four wheels — and the shift is hard to miss at IFA. Inside the company's exhibition space in Berlin, one of the first things visitors encounter is a futuristic-looking car carrying the familiar Xiaomi logo, but on a very different scale. Xiaomi cars are already a familiar sight for consumers in China. Now the company wants to bring them to European roads too. In that spirit, Xiaomi announced at IFA 2026 that it plans to launch its electric vehicles in Europe in 2027, marking the next stage of its expansion beyond smartphones and consumer electronics. But simply selling cars is not the company's ultimate goal. Like many of the technology companies exhibiting in Berlin, Xiaomi is increasingly focused on connecting different parts of everyday life. It calls its approach "Human x Car x Home", an ecosystem designed to link personal devices, the car and technology around the home. In practice, the idea is to let you steer your home from behind the wheel of your car. Euronews took a closer look at Xiaomi's vision at IFA 2026 to see how that ecosystem is supposed to work. 'Human x Car x Home': The vision Rather than treating the car as a separate product, Xiaomi wants to integrate it into the same connected system that already
Sep 6, 2026 · via euronews.com
IFA 2026: Xiaomi wants its smart-home cars on European roads by 2027 Xiaomi may still be best known for its smartphones. But at IFA 2026, the Chinese technology company presented plans for a future that no longer fits inside people's pockets. Home appliances and connected devices have become an increasingly important part of its business. Now, Xiaomi is putting greater emphasis on four wheels — and the shift is hard to miss at IFA. Inside the company's exhibition space in Berlin, one of the first things visitors encounter is a futuristic-looking car carrying the familiar Xiaomi logo, but on a very different scale. Xiaomi cars are already a familiar sight for consumers in China. Now the company wants to bring them to European roads too. In that spirit, Xiaomi announced at IFA 2026 that it plans to launch its electric vehicles in Europe in 2027, marking the next stage of its expansion beyond smartphones and consumer electronics. But simply selling cars is not the company's ultimate goal. Like many of the technology companies exhibiting in Berlin, Xiaomi is increasingly focused on connecting different parts of everyday life. It calls its approach "Human x Car x Home", an ecosystem designed to link personal devices, the car and technology around the home. In practice, the idea is to let you steer your home from behind the wheel of your car. Euronews took a closer look at Xiaomi's vision at IFA 2026 to see how that ecosystem is supposed to work. 'Human x Car x Home': The vision Rather than treating the car as a separate product, Xiaomi wants to integrate it into the same connected system that already links devices around the home. The aim is for users to move between different environments while staying connected to the devices they rely on
Sep 6, 2026 · via autos.yahoo.com
JD Power has a rating for everything. From customer satisfaction to dependability and even innovation. The latest Tech Experience Index (TXI) Study awards automakers an overall Innovation Ranking on a 1,000-point scale, and we're willing to bet that no automaker ranks where you'd expect. For instance, did you know that Cadillac ranks as the most innovative luxury brand? Didn't see that one coming, did you? And some of your favorites are likely ranked lower than you'd expect, too. Why Scoring Below Average On Innovation Might Be Exactly What Drivers Want The most surprising thing about the latest TXI study is that only six out of 27 brands beat the study average of 502 points out of 1,000. To put that in perspective, the average is skewed by high-scoring brands at the top, and all but one below-average brand (Ram) scored within 100 points of the study average. Tesla, Rivian, Dodge, Jaguar, and Chrysler were all left out of the final tally for failing to meet certain eligibility requirements, but were given scores nonetheless, with the EV brands scoring predictably high. Below the national average, some of the big surprises include Toyota, Land Rover, and every Asian luxury brand besides Genesis. Lexus comes in at 500 points even, which is just two points below average. Toyota's luxury division always earns high reliability scores, and a big part of that comes down to the automaker's reluctance to add tech-for-tech's-sake into its cars. In Lexus's case, the mediocre ranking likely has less to do with technological missteps and more to do with the brand's relative disinterest in cutting-edge gadgets. Porsche, the ultimate driver's brand, scores just 471 innovation points out of a possible 1,000, but innovative technology has never been the brand's calling card. A weak innovation ranking isn't necessarily a bad thing.
Sep 6, 2026 · via carbuzz.com
GM OnStar Saudi Arabia: 7 Powerful Advances Driving Connected Mobility GM OnStar Saudi Arabia has reached an important milestone in the Kingdom’s rapidly developing connected mobility landscape. General Motors Africa and Middle East has been recognized for its contribution to the development of Internet of Things capabilities in Saudi Arabia, highlighting the growing role of connected vehicle technology in the country’s digital transformation. The recognition came from the Communications, Space & Technology Commission, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology of Saudi Arabia, and Digital Government Authority. Significantly, General Motors was the only automaker recognized in the connected vehicles category, with OnStar serving as the central proof point of its contribution. For customers, the significance goes beyond an industry recognition. OnStar-enabled Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac vehicles already provide access to connected technologies including over-the-air software and cybersecurity updates, in-vehicle applications, remote vehicle access, vehicle insights and other connected services intended to make vehicle ownership more convenient. GM also sees this connected foundation as a building block for the next phase of mobility. The company is preparing for the phased regional introduction of Super Cruise, its hands-free advanced driver assistance technology, on compatible roads and subject to regulatory approvals. Together, these developments show how software, connectivity, vehicle engineering and digital infrastructure are increasingly becoming central to the automotive experience in Saudi Arabia. 1. GM Recognized for Connected Vehicle Capabilities in Saudi Arabia The central development is General Motors Africa and Middle East’s recognition for contributing to the development of Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities in Saudi Arabia. The distinction is particularly notable because GM was the only automaker recognized in the connected vehicles category. OnStar was the core proof point behind that recognition. The announcement demonstrates how connected vehicle technology is becoming part of a broader mobility ecosystem rather than remaining simply
Sep 6, 2026 · via saudiauto.com.sa