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Factorial reaches latest solid-state-battery milestone with Stellantis development program The inclusion of Factorial’s FEST cells into a Dodge Charger Daytona development vehicle marks the first auto integration of the technology in North America, and it follows the company’s IPO earlier this week, a Karma production win announced in February, and last year’s long-range test with Mercedes-Benz.

Rivian delivers on its second, more accessible model Futurride goes deep on the long-awaited and smaller-sized R2, which is built on a new mid-size platform and uses an evolved vertically integrated hardware and software approach with a streamlined electrical architecture for more capability with less complexity while providing ample headroom for the future.

Rivian delivers on its second, more accessible model Futurride goes deep on the long-awaited and smaller-sized R2, which is built on a new mid-size platform and uses an evolved vertically integrated hardware and software approach with a streamlined electrical architecture for more capability with less complexity while providing ample headroom for the future.

TI reveals industry's highest-cell-count EIS-enabled battery monitor The chip company’s BQ79826Z-Q1 features the industry’s first support for up to 26 cells per device, delivering best-in-class sensing accuracy and reduced system costs, and its smart EIS engine enables early warning of thermal runaway in electric vehicles and energy storage systems.

AEye and MDOT to showcase physical AI for real-time traffic intelligence Next week at ITS America in Detroit, the software-defined lidar provider will show its OPTIS solution, combining its Apollo lidar with Flasheye’s lidar perception software and Blue Band’s Integrator-AI to transform sensor data into traffic intelligence to improve safety, traffic, and awareness on urban streets and highways.

Audi applies new design philosophy to low-volume Nuvolari hybrid supercar The fastest and most powerful production vehicle in the brand’s history coming in 2027 features a range of innovations inspired by Formula 1, including the high-performance hybrid powertrain, Quattro predictive ride, active aerodynamics, and the new Audi Space Frame structure with carbon exterior.

Qualcomm to power Trackhouse Racing NASCAR team with AI in San Diego The chipmaker’s Dragonwing AI on-prem appliance will provide the team with insights into real-time data, enabling faster and more strategic in-race decision-making. The technology will analyze and distribute complex data and radio communications to engineers at the track and the team’s NC shop. 

Qualcomm to power Trackhouse Racing NASCAR team with AI in San Diego The chipmaker’s Dragonwing AI on-prem appliance will provide the team with insights into real-time data, enabling faster and more strategic in-race decision-making. The technology will analyze and distribute complex data and radio communications to engineers at the track and the team’s NC shop. 

Qualcomm to power Trackhouse Racing NASCAR team with AI in San Diego The chipmaker’s Dragonwing AI on-prem appliance will provide the team with insights into real-time data, enabling faster and more strategic in-race decision-making. The technology will analyze and distribute complex data and radio communications to engineers at the track and the team’s NC shop. 

Nvidia continues global push for Level 4 AV tech dominance This week the AI powerhouse is showing at CVPR, GTC, and Computex SAE Level 4 targeted applications with physical AI research with agent skills for autonomous vehicles, Drive Hyperion for more robotaxi applications, and a new and more powerful Alpamayo 2 Super open reasoning model for robotaxis.

Helm.ai sets new full HD standard for generative ADAS/autonomy simulation The AI software provider for high-end ADAS, autonomous driving, and robotics, today announced what it says is a breakthrough in AI-generated synthetic data, with its new GenSim-3 and VidGen-3 foundation models being the first to achieve native full HD resolution across a full surround-view suite.

Ferrari reveals its highly anticipated Luce electric ‘sports car’ Futurride goes deep on the new car, designed with partner LoveFrom, on a dedicated platform defined by a ‘glass house’ with floating front and rear aerodynamic wings, four electric motors, advanced vehicle dynamics, ‘authentic’ sound amplification, and a unique mix of physical and digital controls.

Mazda joins Drive Sustainability to reinforce a more sustainable vehicle-design approach Mazda Motor Europe is the newest supporter of the collective of automotive companies focused on developing and reinforcing sustainability across the global automotive supply chain, reinforcing its global parent’s broader vision of sustainability embodied in recent vehicle concepts.

Stellantis unveils STLA One architecture and E-Car project The STLA One modular platform launching in 2027 is designed to consolidate five platforms into one scalable architecture, targeting more than 2 million units by 2035, and it follows an earlier announcement of a small, and affordable E-Car project first hitting the market in 2028.

Volkswagen Group ‘in China for China’ At the recent Auto China 2026 show in Beijing, the automaker made significant waves when it unveiled four new electrified vehicle concepts tailored for Chinese customers, and it outlined the next major step in its AI-defined vehicle era in China, which it calls its “Agentic AI for All” roadmap.

Stellantis has Peugeot EV designs on China China represents a significant part of the Stellantis global strategy, and its newly expanded joint venture with Dongfeng announced late last week is intended to boost global sales for Jeep and Peugeot, with design concepts for the latter in the form of two concept EVs shown at Auto China last month.

Xiaomi significantly improves its already class-leading SU7 Futurride goes deep on the new Chinese-market electric sedan’s comprehensive redesign, headlined by HyperAI for enriched multi-scenario experiences, powertrain and chassis upgrades, a new XLA E/E architecture, better assisted driving tech, and enhanced safety with a new ultra-high-strength steel.