Tag Archives: Automotive Innovation

Schaeffler and onsemi Collaborate on Next-Generation SiC-Based Dual Inverter for Electrified Pickup Platforms

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler has secured a major contract to supply dual inverters for a new plug-in hybrid pickup truck platform in North America, marking a significant expansion of its E-Mobility business. The inverter, developed at its Deer Park, Illinois site, … Read the full press release

MAHLE Hosts RWTH Aachen University’s Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck to Showcase Next-Generation Zero-Emission Mobility

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE hosted RWTH Aachen University’s hydrogen-powered fuel cell truck at its Stuttgart headquarters during the vehicle’s Germany-wide tour under the “SeLv” project funded by the Federal Ministry of Transport. The visit strengthened collaboration between the university’s PEM department … Read the full press release

Stellantis launches Innovation Lab and Transformation Academy with Mistral AI to accelerate enterprise-wide AI adoption

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis has expanded its partnership with Mistral AI, transitioning from pilots to a company-wide integration of artificial intelligence across its operations. Announced at Italian Tech Week in Turin, the collaboration includes the launch of an Innovation Lab to … Read the full press release

MAHLE introduces range extender, ethanol solutions, and smart charging innovations at IAA Mobility 2025

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE is presenting a diverse portfolio of production-ready technologies at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, highlighting electrification systems, ethanol-compatible engine components, and smart charging innovations under its strategic framework “Efficiency³.” Key highlights include a range extender system delivering … Read the full press release

Henkel Powers Student Solar Team’s 3,000-Kilometer Challenge Across Australia with Advanced Adhesive Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Henkel is partnering with the Aachen-based student team “Sonnenwagen” for the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, the world’s toughest solar car race. The team’s solar-powered vehicle, “Aethon,” will travel 3,000 kilometers from Darwin to Adelaide across the Australian … Read the full press release

Renault 5 E-Tech Electric Rolls Out with Continental’s EcoContact 6 Q Tires for Enhanced Efficiency and Comfort

(IN BRIEF) The new Renault 5 E-Tech Electric will come equipped with Continental’s EcoContact 6 Q tires in the 18-inch size, designed to offer low rolling resistance, reduced noise, and enhanced driving comfort. These tires are tailored for electric vehicles, … Read the full press release

MAHLE’s Global Biomobility Center Advances Sustainable Mobility with Key Projects in Brazil and Beyond

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE celebrates the first anniversary of its Global Biomobility Center in São Paulo, Brazil, emphasizing its role in advancing biofuels and biomaterials for sustainable mobility. The center has launched eight development projects with customers and research institutes, focusing … Read the full press release

Xavier Chardon Appointed CEO of Citroën, Set to Lead Brand into New Horizons

(IN BRIEF) Xavier Chardon has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Citroën, effective June 2, 2025. With nearly two decades of experience within the brand, Chardon is tasked with building on Citroën’s recent successes and accelerating its … Read the full press release

Henkel Launches AI-Driven, Recyclable Battery Solutions at The Battery Show Europe 2025

(IN BRIEF) At The Battery Show Europe 2025, Henkel will introduce transformative innovations for EV battery systems, including AI-generated virtual adhesives, mica-replacement safety coatings, conductive electrode materials, and advanced debonding technologies. These solutions accelerate battery development, enhance performance, and support … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Celebrates 90-Year Legacy with a Bold Evolution of the Iconic Superb

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto commemorates 90 years since the launch of the Superb at its Mladá Boleslav plant, a model that revolutionized automotive engineering with its advanced chassis, hydraulic braking system, and innovative 12V electrical setup. Initially produced in 1935, … Read the full press release

ZF Equips NIO ET9 with Cutting-Edge Steer-by-Wire Technology, Paving the Way for Software-Defined Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) ZF is equipping NIO’s ET9 electric vehicle with its advanced steer-by-wire technology, offering a fully electronic steering system that enhances driving comfort, safety, and adaptability. The system is part of ZF’s broader strategy to lead the development of … Read the full press release