Author: News Desk

General Motors (GM) is collaborating with the tech giant Nvidia to improve its autonomous driving and manufacturing capabilities by utilizing Nvidia’s advanced AI chips, software, and simulation technologies. Nvidia’s founder and CEO, Jensen Huang, declared the partnership during his keynote speech at the company’s annual GTC conference in San Jose on Tuesday, highlighting its mission to innovate and advance the development of cars, robots, and factories. As The Verge reports, GM plans to integrate multiple Nvidia products into its operations, utilizing the Omniverse 3D graphics platform for simulating virtual assembly lines to minimize downtime and enhance efficiency. GM also intends…

The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) introduced an initiative on Tuesday focused on standardizing regulations governing the release of data by automotive companies and urged individual companies to cease the practice of publishing weekly sales rankings. The CAAM has observed that certain automakers frequently release weekly sales rankings with ambiguous data sources, which fail to provide an accurate picture of market trends. The practice has caused public misunderstandings, disrupted the industry’s order, and fueled unhealthy competition. The CAAM stated that the initiative seeks to prevent fragmented information that may result in biased interpretations while minimizing market disruptions caused by…

Foxconn, a Taiwanese multinational electronics contract manufacturer, has revealed it is nearing agreements with two Japanese automakers to collaboratively design and produce a pair of electric vehicles. Hon Hai Precision Industry Company, widely known as Foxconn, declared its upcoming venture into electric vehicle (EV) production in collaboration with two unnamed Japanese automakers. The development closely follows the collapse of merger negotiations between Nissan and Honda, two of Japan’s leading car manufacturers, in which Foxconn was also rumored to have been involved. Foxconn chairman Young Liu said last week the company intends to finalize agreements within the next two months for…

Chinese EV giant BYD has introduced the ‘Super e-Platform,’ a revolutionary battery and charging system designed to recharge EVs as swiftly as refueling a petrol car. The ‘Super e-Platform’ will deliver peak charging speeds of 1,000 kilowatts (kW), allowing vehicles to cover 400 kilometers (249 miles) with just a five-minute charge, Chairman and founder Wang Chuanfu said Monday. The company will commence sales of cars with new technology next month. “By directly addressing one of the key hurdles to BEV adoption (charging speed), the company is offering customers a clearer path to switch from ICEs to EVs,” the company wrote.…

General Motors recalls 90,081 cars over a transmission defect that poses potential safety risks. Filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall focuses on a fault in the 10-speed transmission that can cause internal damage, resulting in the locking up of front wheels. The issue involves cars equipped with a 10-speed transmission. Over time, the transmission control valve in the models may experience excessive wear, leading to a harsh downshifting, briefly causing the wheels to lock, and raising the risk of a crash. GM previously investigated the issue and found that the lock-ups typically lasted less than…

UL Solutions, a U.S.-based applied safety science company, has declared plans to establish a cutting-edge automotive electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) laboratory in Toyota City, Japan. The facility aims to assist manufacturers in testing and addressing electromagnetic interference, which can disrupt critical vehicle systems such as braking and engine control, potentially leading to malfunctions. Modern vehicles with advanced electronic components and faster processing speeds face a heightened risk of electromagnetic interference. The interference poses challenges to critical systems, raising concerns over safety and reliability. To overcome the issues, EMC testing has become crucial for ensuring performance, dependability, and compliance with global safety…

BMW, the German automaker, is gearing up for an ambitious rollout of 40 new models over the next three years, including Neue Klasse EVs. Revealed by CEO Oliver Zipse at the brand’s annual results conference, the upcoming launches will feature a combination of entirely new models and updated versions of existing vehicles. The launches will also unveil the Neue Klasse electric vehicles, a concept that BMW has been hinting at for over a year. According to Autocar, the first vehicle set to debut is the new iX3, the production model of the Neue Klasse Vision X, and it will be…

Stellantis Pro One and IVECO have collaborated to bring two all-electric vans, branded under IVECO, to the European market, with their debut scheduled for mid-2026. Stellantis Pro One, the commercial vehicle division of Stellantis, has entered into an agreement with IVECO, a brand under Iveco Group renowned for its range of light, medium, and heavy commercial vehicles to supply two all-electric Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) to IVECO, specifically targeting the European market. The vans will utilize Stellantis Pro One’s all-electric platforms for mid-size and large models, with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) ranging from 2.8 to 4.25 tons. Stellantis Pro…

Toyota’s GR (Gazoo Racing) division will integrate a hybrid turbo 2.0-liter engine into its future models. The new hybrid engine will make sports cars more fuel-efficient and reduce emissions. As Autocar UK reports Toyota GR’s next generation of sports cars will feature a hybrid powertrain derived from a new engine undergoing testing. The new turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine is designed to work with both traditional hybrid and plug-in hybrid systems, boasting a shorter piston stroke and lightweight construction to improve packaging efficiency. The new engine made its debut earlier this year in a mid-engined prototype GR Yaris M. The upcoming…

Thailand’s Board of Investment has approved an investment of more than $1bn by Chinese EV battery manufacturer Sunwoda on Thursday to build an EV battery plant. Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) confirmed the approval of the investment by a division of Shenzhen-based Sunwoda Electronic, which focuses on manufacturing batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems (ESS) at the cell level. Sunwoda’s Thailand subsidiary will establish the facility in Chonburi province, southeast of the capital, to produce lithium-ion battery cells. The region falls within the Eastern Economic Corridor, an area designated to elevate industrial development. The facility will be…