An AI-powered in-car assistant for drivers is the latest of several initiatives being explored in an expanded partnership between automaker Stellantis and Mistral AI. The companies are developing the in-car assistant after working together on other artificial intelligence (AI)-driven projects for over a year, they...
Drivers spend an average of 72 minutes per day in their vehicles, according to AiDEN Automotive CEO Niclas Gyllenram, presenting a tantalizing opportunity to turn this screen time into seamless, convenient experiences that enhance the driving journey without distraction. As the automotive industry adapts to...
The U.S. government’s impending ban on certain car parts from China and Russia, particularly those critical for connectivity and vehicle autonomy, is raising concerns across the automotive industry. Automakers, including General Motors, Toyota, Hyundai and Volkswagen, are calling for a delay in the rule’s enforcement, citing...
Amazon and Walmart are each carving out new territories in response to consumer demands, but their approaches are quite different. Amazon is focusing on the automotive industry, particularly through connected vehicles, while Walmart is concentrating on expanding its health and wellness offerings. Both companies are...
January 14, 2025
The U.S. government’s impending ban on certain car parts from China and Russia, particularly those critical for connectivity and vehicle autonomy, is raising concerns across the automotive industry. Automakers, including General Motors, Toyota, Hyundai and Volkswagen, are calling for a delay in the rule’s enforcement, citing potential disruptions to production timelines. The ban, which targets components […]
January 09, 2025
Amazon and Walmart are each carving out new territories in response to consumer demands, but their approaches are quite different. Amazon is focusing on the automotive industry, particularly through connected...
January 08, 2025
Partnerships between automakers and tech giants are reshaping vehicles into interconnected, software-driven products, with AI poised to redefine customer interactions and revolutionize the driving experience. The automotive industry is undergoing...
July 23, 2024
The U.S. Commerce Department plans to unveil proposed regulations next month concerning connected vehicles, with a specific focus on critical software components manufactured in China and other nations deemed as...
February 07, 2025
An AI-powered in-car assistant for drivers is the latest of several initiatives being explored in an expanded partnership between automaker Stellantis and Mistral AI. The companies are developing the in-car assistant after working together on other artificial intelligence (AI)-driven projects for over a year, they said in a Friday (Feb. 7) press release. “Together, we […]
October 25, 2024
Three companies in the autonomous vehicle space are raising money for their efforts. Waymo closed an oversubscribed investment round of $5.6 billion, WeRide launched its initial public offering (IPO) and...
September 29, 2024
A recent glitch found in Kias has highlighted cybersecurity vulnerabilities in connected vehicles. According to a report from the cybersecurity publication Dark Reading, the flaw was found earlier this month...
September 24, 2024
Volkswagen of America partnered with Google Cloud to integrate a generative artificial intelligence (AI)-powered virtual assistant into its myVW mobile app for vehicle owners. The myVW Virtual Assistant is now...
