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Schaeffler to Showcase Chassis and Body Innovations for Safer, More Comfortable and More Connected Vehicles at Automotive Symposium 2026

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler will present its latest chassis and body technology innovations at the 13th Schaeffler Automotive Symposium in Bühl, with a focus on improving comfort, convenience, safety, handling and driving dynamics in modern vehicles. The company is responding to … Read the full press release

MAN Advances Autonomous Public Transport with Electric Bus Pilot Project in Munich Under MINGA Initiative

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus, in collaboration with ADASTEC, has developed an automated version of its fully electric Lion’s City 12 E bus as part of the MINGA research project, marking a major milestone in autonomous public transport. The … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Group Accelerates China Strategy with Major Electric Vehicle Launches and AI Innovations at Auto China 2026

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Group is showcasing its largest-ever electric vehicle campaign in China at Auto China 2026 in Beijing, highlighting its “In China, for China” strategy. The company will unveil ten models across multiple brands, including four world premieres such … Read the full press release

Elmos Semiconductor Launches €10 Million Share Buyback to Strengthen Capital Allocation and Shareholder Returns

(IN BRIEF) Elmos Semiconductor SE will begin its previously announced share buyback program on February 24, 2026, running through March 31, 2026, with a planned volume of up to €10 million. The initiative forms part of an updated capital allocation … Read the full press release

Jake Morris Takes Leadership of ZF’s UK R&D Hub as Group Advances Mobility Technologies

(IN BRIEF) ZF Group has appointed Jake Morris as Site Leader of its UK Research and Development Hub in Solihull, effective January 1, 2026. With more than 25 years at ZF, Morris brings deep experience in steering technologies, portfolio strategy, … Read the full press release

Gen.Urban Takes to Wolfsburg Streets as Volkswagen Group Advances Autonomous Mobility Research

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Group has launched a new urban testing phase in Wolfsburg with its autonomous research vehicle Gen.Urban, which is now operating in real city traffic without traditional driving controls. The project focuses on understanding how passengers experience self-driving … Read the full press release

From Seville to Sydney: CAF’s Urbos trams achieve 1,000th rollout in global success story

(IN BRIEF) CAF has celebrated the rollout of its 1,000th Urbos tram, a milestone achievement highlighting its global leadership in sustainable and innovative mobility solutions. Since their debut in 2010 in Seville and later Zaragoza, Urbos trams have expanded to … Read the full press release

ZF to Launch Steer-by-Wire and EasyTurn Systems on Mercedes-Benz Models in 2026

(IN BRIEF) ZF will equip Mercedes-Benz with its steer-by-wire system in 2026, replacing the mechanical steering shaft with an electronic interface that enhances maneuverability, stability, and safety. The system’s software-controlled steering ratio adapts to driving conditions, while the Twin Worm … Read the full press release

ZF Drives Automotive Innovation with Ultra-Fast Optical Ethernet Systems

(IN BRIEF) ZF has unveiled significant improvements to its ProAI high-performance computer by integrating optical multi-gigabit Ethernet based on the IEEE 802.3cz-2023 standard, marking a pivotal moment for fiber optic applications in automotive electrical systems. The new technology supports data … Read the full press release

Digital Defense Reinvented: Daimler Truck and ARX Robotics Unite for Next-Gen Military Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck and ARX Robotics have signed a letter of intent to collaborate on integrating advanced robotics and AI into Mercedes‑Benz Special Trucks’ military vehicle platforms, specifically targeting the Unimog and Zetros series. Utilizing ARX Robotics’ Mithra OS, … Read the full press release

Henkel Unveils Next-Gen Silicone-Free Thermal Gel to Enhance ADAS Reliability in Autonomous Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has launched Bergquist Liqui Form TLF 6500 CGel-SF, a state-of-the-art silicone-free, thermal curable gel developed to protect ADAS components from thermal degradation. Designed for advanced driver assistance systems that process vast amounts of sensor and vehicle data, … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom’s Global C-ITS Deployment Paves the Way for Safer, Smarter Highways

(IN BRIEF) Germany is advancing highway safety and traffic efficiency through a new C-ITS initiative that uses ITS Roadside Stations integrated into mobile barrier boards across 8,600 kilometers to send real-time warnings to drivers about roadworks, thereby protecting road workers. … Read the full press release

Global Race for Autonomous Trucks: Europe a Critical Region Transport Transformation

(IN BRIEF) In 2024, the trucking industry has made significant strides in commercializing autonomous driving technology to address challenges like high operational costs, driver shortages, and safety concerns. The global trucking fleet is expected to incorporate an additional 500,000 Level … Read the full press release

Continental Eyes Growth in Radar Sensors and Autonomous Mobility Under Dr. Ismail Dagli’s Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Ismail Dagli will take over leadership of Continental’s Autonomous Mobility business area, starting on October 1. He succeeds Frank Petznick, who will leave the company at the end of September. Dr. Dagli previously led Continental’s Smart Mobility … Read the full press release

Webasto Unveils Aesthetic Sensor Roof Module for Autonomous Driving, Using Covestro’s Polycarbonates

(IN BRIEF) Webasto, an automotive supplier, has revealed a prototype of an integrated sensor roof module designed for autonomous driving applications. To achieve this, Webasto employed Covestro’s transparent polycarbonate Makrolon® AG and the black PC-ABS Bayblend® T95 MF. Makrolon® AG … Read the full press release

Revolutionizing Urban Mobility: MAN Truck & Bus and Mobileye Team Up for Automated City Buses

Revolutionizing Urban Mobility: MAN Truck & Bus and Mobileye Team Up for Automated City Buses

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus is partnering with autonomous driving technology specialist Mobileye to develop autonomous city buses. The collaboration aims to achieve highly automated driving in city buses that are ready for series production. The first milestone is … Read the full press release

Leoni creates jobs with expansion of electromobility cable production in Mexico

(IN BRIEF) Leoni, a global provider of energy and data management solutions in the automotive sector, has expanded its production of automotive cables at its location in Cuauhtémoc, Mexico. The expansion, which was necessary to meet increasing demand for electromobility … Read the full press release

Henkel’s Dual Cure Adhesive Takes ADAS Camera and LiDAR Module Bonding to the Next Level

(PRESS RELEASE) DÜSSELDORF, 9-Jan-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — Henkel (ETR: HEN3), a German chemical and consumer goods company, has introduced a new adhesive called Loctite Ablestik NCA 3218, specifically formulated for bonding applications in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) cameras and … Read the full press release

TomTom, the geolocation technology experts, to join Foxconn-initiated MIH Consortium, the Open EV Alliance & Platform

(PRESS RELEASE) AMSTERDAM, 31-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — TomTom (TOM2), a Dutch multinational developer and creator of geolocation technology and consumer electronics, has announced that it become the first and only global mapmaker and navigation supplier to join the MIH Consortium, … Read the full press release