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MAHLE Leads €5.1 Million Hydrogen Powertrain Initiative for Sustainable Construction and Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE is leading a €5.1 million, three-year project funded by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action to develop hydrogen-based powertrain solutions for construction and agricultural machinery. The initiative, involving partners like DEUTZ, KIT, and Claas, … Read the full press release

Infineon Technologies Launches EiceDRIVER™ Power 2EP1xxR Family for Optimized Isolated Gate Driver Supplies

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has introduced the EiceDRIVER™ Power 2EP1xxR family, a new line of full-bridge transformer drivers designed for IGBT, SiC, and GaN gate driver power supplies. These devices offer a cost-effective, space-saving solution for isolated gate drivers, particularly … Read the full press release

Continental Introduces ATE SecuBrake: A Sustainable, Hazard-Free DOT 4 Brake Fluid

(IN BRIEF) Continental has introduced ATE SecuBrake, the first sustainably produced DOT 4 brake fluid free from hazardous materials requiring special labelling. Part of the ATE New Original line, it is designed for advanced braking systems, including those in electric … Read the full press release

EBRD Supports Romanian Car Leasing Firm Autonom with €9 Million Sustainability-Linked Bond Investment

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has invested €9 million in a €30 million sustainability-linked bond issued by Autonom, a Romanian car leasing and rental firm. This marks a continuation of Autonom’s sustainability efforts, following its … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Vans and E.ON Partner to Revolutionize EV Charging Infrastructure in CEE

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Vans Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) has partnered with E.ON to launch a comprehensive B2B Charging Infrastructure initiative across Romania, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary. The collaboration aims to support businesses transitioning to electric mobility by providing … Read the full press release

Bentley Motors Expands European Presence with Bentley Tbilisi in Georgia

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors is expanding into Georgia with the launch of Bentley Tbilisi, operated by Tegeta, its exclusive local retailer. The new facilities, including a 330-square-meter showroom and 730-square-meter workshop, are located on Aghmashenebeli Alley in Tbilisi and are … Read the full press release

Infineon Adds FreeRTOS Support for AURIX™ TC3x Microcontrollers, Streamlining Development for Automotive and Industrial Applications

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has added FreeRTOS support for its AURIX™ TC3x microcontrollers (MCUs), enabling developers to build applications more efficiently for automotive and industrial markets. FreeRTOS, an open-source Real-Time Operating System supported by AWS, simplifies hardware complexities and ensures … Read the full press release

Continental and trinamiX Earn CES Innovation Award for Advanced Driver Monitoring Display

(IN BRIEF) Continental, in partnership with trinamiX, has won a CES Innovation Award for its Invisible Biometrics Sensing Display, which integrates advanced driver and passenger monitoring technologies invisibly behind an OLED screen. The display features 3D distance mapping for optimized … Read the full press release

Siemens and Infineon Partner to Revolutionize Embedded Software for Next-Generation Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Digital Industries Software has partnered with Infineon Technologies to integrate Siemens’ AUTOSAR-based Capital™ Embedded AR Classic software with Infineon’s advanced AURIX™ TC4x microcontrollers. This collaboration aims to create production-ready embedded ECU software for next-generation Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), … Read the full press release

Kjell Gruner Appointed CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, Set to Begin December 12, 2024

(IN BRIEF) Kjell Gruner has been named President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America and CEO of the Volkswagen Brand North America, effective December 12, 2024. He replaces Pablo Di Si, who stepped down, with interim leadership by Gerrit … Read the full press release

Bentley Home Opens First UAE Showroom in Dubai, Celebrating 11 Years of Luxury Design

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Home has opened its first showroom in the UAE, located in the Dubai Mall Zabeel, marking the brand’s 11th anniversary. The showroom features a selection of Bentley Home’s latest collections alongside classic pieces, all crafted with luxury … Read the full press release

New IDTechEx Report Predicts Regulatory Shifts Will Transform the Electric Light Commercial Vehicle Market

(IN BRIEF) A new report from market intelligence firm IDTechEx, Electric Light Commercial Vehicles 2025-2045: Markets, Players, Forecasts, predicts significant growth for electric light commercial vehicles (eLCVs), forecasting sales to surpass 11 million units by 2045. The report highlights how … Read the full press release

Almost 1 in 4 Planes Sold in 2045 to be Battery Electric, Finds IDTechEx Sustainable Aviation Market Report

(IN BRIEF) A report by IDTechEx forecasts that nearly 25% of planes sold in 2045 will be battery-electric, despite challenges like battery weight, limited range, ownership costs, and variable carbon reduction depending on energy grid sources. Current batteries are 40 … Read the full press release

Stellantis Appoints Davide Grasso as Chief Heritage Officer to Strengthen Brand Legacy

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis has appointed Davide Grasso as Chief Heritage Officer, a new role dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Stellantis’ 14 brands. Grasso will work to connect the brands’ rich legacies with future business opportunities and customer … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Secures Major Order for Advanced Sensor Cleaning Pumps in Autonomous Vehicle Market Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has received a multimillion-euro order from a major German automaker to supply its electric vapor pumps, which have been innovatively adapted for sensor cleaning in autonomous vehicles. Initially developed for emissions control, this technology now ensures that … Read the full press release

Porsche Launches Four-Week Bug Bounty Program to Strengthen Cybersecurity

(IN BRIEF) After a successful pilot in 2023, Porsche is launching a four-week Bug Bounty program to further improve the security of its products and services. The program invites ethical hackers to identify and report vulnerabilities before they can be … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong to Certify High-Voltage EV Maintenance Workshops Under New EMSD Scheme

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong (TRHK) has been appointed as an official Third-Party Certification Body for “Type H” EV maintenance workshops under a new EMSD initiative in Hong Kong. This addition to the Voluntary Registration Scheme for Vehicle Maintenance … Read the full press release

Infineon Unveils High-Performance AURIX TC4Dx Microcontroller for Next-Gen Software-Defined Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has introduced the AURIX™ TC4Dx, the first in its new line of AURIX TC4x microcontrollers, engineered on 28nm technology to enhance performance, connectivity, and cybersecurity for software-defined vehicles. Featuring a multi-core architecture and integrated AI capabilities, … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Cutting-Edge Brake Control System for Bugatti Bolide Hypercar

(IN BRIEF) Continental has developed an advanced electronic brake control system for the Bugatti Bolide, a 1,600-horsepower hypercar designed exclusively for the track. This system, based on Continental’s “Motorsports ABS Kit,” integrates anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, and traction control, … Read the full press release

Bentley Motors Appoints Christophe Georges as Board Member to Lead Global Sales and Marketing Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors has promoted Christophe Georges to Board Member for Sales and Marketing, effective December 1, 2024. With 26 years at Bentley, including leadership roles in North America, Christophe brings extensive experience in global sales and marketing. In … Read the full press release