Cadillac reveals the 2026 Escalade IQL, its latest EV

Cadillac has revealed the 2026 Escalade IQL, the GM brand’s latest EV that also represents a new variant of the Escalade IQ. With its new EV, Cadillac is aiming to build on the IQ with additional passenger and cargo capacity that meets the needs of lifestyle customers requiring extra space. To this end, the EV… Continue reading Cadillac reveals the 2026 Escalade IQL, its latest EV

Kia rolls out V2H charging technology for EV9 drivers in new partnership with Wallbox

Kia has announced a new partnership with Wallbox that will allow eligible owners and lessees of its electric SUV, the EV9, to benefit from the EV charging solution provider’s Vehicle to Home (V2H) capabilities. The collaboration is focused on the Quasar 2, which Wallbox recently opened for pre-orders and that Kia says is the first… Continue reading Kia rolls out V2H charging technology for EV9 drivers in new partnership with Wallbox

Honda announces 2025 Prologue with upgraded range, power, and no price change

Honda has revealed the 2025 Prologue, which for the new model year will offer an upgraded front power unit that enhances the all-electric SUV’s range and power. Through it, the EV gains an increase of 12 miles (19 km) for an estimated maximum range of 308 miles (495 km), while the output of the single… Continue reading Honda announces 2025 Prologue with upgraded range, power, and no price change

LG Innotek announces Automotive AP Modules, entering the semiconductor market

LG Innotek has announced its all-new electronic component for vehicles, the Automotive Application Processor Module (AP Module), as it targets automotive semiconductor component markets worldwide. Through this move, the LG Electronics subsidiary will enable the company to expand its existing electronic components business into the automotive semiconductor sector. Detailing the motivations behind the move, LG… Continue reading LG Innotek announces Automotive AP Modules, entering the semiconductor market

Polestar 3 receives new software features, complimentary hardware upgrade

Polestar has announced both a range of new software features and a complimentary hardware upgrade for customers of its Polestar 3 model. In the latest OTA software update for its EV, Polestar is adding features such as walk-away locking and digital key functionality for select devices. The new digital key functionality allows for a smartphone… Continue reading Polestar 3 receives new software features, complimentary hardware upgrade

Samsung Wallet expands Digital Key support for select Volvo Cars, Polestar models

Samsung Electronics has announced that its Digital Key system will now be compatible with select models from Volvo Cars and Polestar through the Samsung Wallet. Available for users of the technology company’s Galaxy series of smartphones, the functionality will allow Volvo Cars and Polestar customers to unlock, lock, and start their vehicle using their phone.… Continue reading Samsung Wallet expands Digital Key support for select Volvo Cars, Polestar models

ECARX, FAW partner to integrate DeepSeek AI into new Hongqi models

ECARX, a provider of mobility technologies, has announced that its first intelligent cockpit co-developed with the FAW Group will debut in the recently-launched Hongqi Tiangoing 05. While marking a key step in an extended strategic partnership between the companies, focused on developing intelligent cockpits for FAW’s Hongqi brand, this latest collaboration also marks the first… Continue reading ECARX, FAW partner to integrate DeepSeek AI into new Hongqi models

Xpeng announces official UK launch, showcasing smart mobility line-up for the region

Xpeng has announced its official entry into the UK, revealing its EV line-up for the region and launching pre-orders for its first model in the region, a right-hand drive version of the Xpeng G6. For the automaker, this expansion marks a key step in its internationalization strategy. Offering AI-driven advancements, Xpeng is aiming to provide… Continue reading Xpeng announces official UK launch, showcasing smart mobility line-up for the region

Stellantis and Mistral AI strengthen AI-focused strategic partnership

Stellantis and Mistral AI will deepen their strategic collaboration to integrate AI technologies across multiple areas of Stellantis’ business, from vehicle engineering to in-car experiences. The extended partnership will see Mistral AI’s experiences with large language models (LLMs) and AI-driven automation leveraged to embed AI into many systems and applications across Stellantis enterprise, working to… Continue reading Stellantis and Mistral AI strengthen AI-focused strategic partnership

Qorix and Qualcomm announce new SDV-focused technology partnership

Qorix, a provider of modular and integrated automotive middleware solutions, and Qualcomm have announced a new technology cooperation aimed at accelerating the future of software-defined vehicles (SDVs). Together, the companies are jointly looking to deliver high performance, pre-integrated and scalable solutions that helps OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers develop next generation vehicles quickly and efficiently. Here,… Continue reading Qorix and Qualcomm announce new SDV-focused technology partnership