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UST buys majority stake in Italdesign from Audi Group
Robotics

UST buys majority stake in Italdesign from Audi Group

The tie-up gives carmakers a single partner for design, engineering and AI as software-led vehicle development reshapes the auto industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Geotab launches investigations tool for Asia Pacific fleets
Digital Transformation

Geotab launches investigations tool for Asia Pacific fleets

The platform could cut manual incident reviews for fleets by combining telematics, evidence and case tracking into one auditable record.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
Intelematics connects one millionth vehicle to eCall
Toyota

Intelematics connects one millionth vehicle to eCall

ANCAP's new safety criteria are likely to make emergency-call systems a must-have, after one million vehicles were linked to Intelematics' platform.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Viasat demonstrates satellite voice in BMW vehicle
Internet of Things

Viasat demonstrates satellite voice in BMW vehicle

Drivers in remote areas could soon stay connected as satellite voice and messaging move into BMW's built-in infotainment system.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jul 2026
Transatel joins 5GAA in push for connected mobility
Network Infrastructure

Transatel joins 5GAA in push for connected mobility

Connected cars are becoming core infrastructure for updates and safety, and Transatel's 5GAA entry puts it into standards talks shaping that shift.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026
Valtech launches Nexus SDV platform for connected cars
Data Protection

Valtech launches Nexus SDV platform for connected cars

Carmakers could cut warranty costs and breakdowns as the open-source system unifies telemetry, maintenance and service data in one stack.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2026
Cambridge Mobile Telematics joins Geotab Marketplace
Internet of Things

Cambridge Mobile Telematics joins Geotab Marketplace

Fleets using Geotab devices can now tap behaviour-based commercial insurance without extra hardware, as telematics pricing remains underused.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Jul 2026
Google Cloud, Valtech open-source Nexus SDV platform
Edge Computing

Google Cloud, Valtech open-source Nexus SDV platform

Carmakers may gain cheaper, more secure software-defined vehicle tools as the open-source Nexus SDV core targets 100 million devices.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Jul 2026
Geotab report shows fleets cut fuel waste with data
Data Analytics

Geotab report shows fleets cut fuel waste with data

Fleets are shaving fuel bills and emissions as connected vehicle data helps cut idling by up to 30% amid tougher climate rules.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026
SRM Tech launches global Mobility Practise for SDVs
Digital Transformation

SRM Tech launches global Mobility Practise for SDVs

SRM Tech unveils a global Mobility Practise to expand beyond embedded engineering into software-defined, connected and electrified vehicles.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Mar 2026

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BYD adds eCall safety tech to Sealion 8 in Australia
Customer Experience

BYD adds eCall safety tech to Sealion 8 in Australia

The partnership will help BYD meet tougher crash-response safety rules as Australian buyers increasingly expect connected emergency support.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2026
ITS America unveils Detroit 2026 transport conference
Smart Cities

ITS America unveils Detroit 2026 transport conference

More than 3,000 transport leaders will gather in Detroit next year as the programme expands to cover cybersecurity, AI and autonomous shuttles.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 6th Jun 2026
Swinburne & Geotab open transport hub in Melbourne
Smart Cities

Swinburne & Geotab open transport hub in Melbourne

The new Melbourne hub gives researchers and students access to live vehicle data as Australia pushes safer, cleaner transport planning.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2026
Detroit expo adds startup zone for transport innovators
Smart Cities

Detroit expo adds startup zone for transport innovators

Nearly 70 first-time exhibitors will join the Detroit event, giving transport buyers a wider look at AI, cybersecurity and connected systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2026
ITS America expo in Detroit to showcase cyber security
Data Protection

ITS America expo in Detroit to showcase cyber security

Road agencies face rising threats as a Detroit expo adds a new Cybersecurity & Data Zone for connected transport systems.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Apr 2026
Microlise unveils driver of the year awards shortlist
Cartech

Microlise unveils driver of the year awards shortlist

Drivers from Aldi, Co-op, Tesco and Waitrose feature in Microlise's 2026 awards shortlist across 11 categories.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
SwRI backs youth AI transport contest at Detroit summit
Smart Cities

SwRI backs youth AI transport contest at Detroit summit

Southwest Research Institute backs Detroit essay contest inviting young innovators to reimagine US transport with artificial intelligence.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 21st Mar 2026
Detroit to host ITS America 2026 intelligent transport expo
Smart Cities

Detroit to host ITS America 2026 intelligent transport expo

Detroit will host the four-day ITS America 2026 Conference & Expo, spotlighting intelligent transport, AI and real-world tech deployments.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 7th Mar 2026