Shenzhen can readily be called the Detroit of modern times. Nowhere else in the People’s Republic are as many cars built as in Shenzhen.The city government of Shenzhen has announced that, according to preliminary statistics, more than 2.8 million cars were built there in 2024. This was one million more than in 2023, when Shenzhen…
It feels like apps are becoming a part of almost every aspect of our lives, doesn’t it? Social networks, maps, news, finances, fitness, home appliances…the list is endless.The automotive sector has lagged behind the rest, but recent announcements and the exhibits at this year’s CES show cars are catching up. Let’s take a look:AndroidAndroid Auto is…
Mahindra’s new BE 6e and XEV 9e electric SUVs feature a bespoke 1,400-watt, 16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system and Dolby Atmos. But wait, there’s more: they have the Sonic Studio Experience, curated by Academy Award winner A R Rahman and multiple Grammy-winning recording engineer Richard King.Sonic Studio Experience is integrated with Harman Kardon’s technology and…
Mercedes-Benz and Google Cloud have introduced new conversational capabilities to the MBUX Virtual Assistant, powered by Google Cloud’s new Automotive AI Agent.Built using Gemini on Vertex AI, Google Cloud’s Automotive AI Agent is specially tailored for the automotive industry and can pick information from Google Maps to give users detailed and personalized conversational responses on…
The Macan cockpit design combines elegance, sportiness, high-quality materials, and precise workmanship. There’s a classic Porsche clock on the dashboard. The ambient lighting, which can be set in various colors, creates a modern atmosphere. The steering wheel has a functional design with six buttons and a drive mode switch that can be used to select…
Antolin and Bongiovi Media & Technology, specialists in advanced audio technologies, have partnered to offer the transport industry new audio solutions. Bongiovi creates ‘virtual environments’ for vehicles through dynamic upmixing and immersive audio techniques. Their mobility solutions include:Advanced sound staging technology creating a ‘virtual center channel’ that can be positioned in front of the driver,…
A new partnership combines Novares’ expertise in automotive plastic solutions with NaturePlast’s advancements in bio-based and recycled plastics, creating sustainable materials that could significantly reduce environmental impact.Together, the two companies will provide automakers with eco-friendly materials tailored to help them meet ambitious carbon emissions-reduction targets.NaturePlast is a French company specializing in bioplastic materials since 2007,…
The Fraunhofer Institute for Microstructure of Materials and Systems IMWS has developed a storage compartment flap in a lightweight sandwich construction for a truck driver’s cab in the HyWaSand project. The solution—in particular, its manufacturing process—was awarded the JEC Composites Innovation Award 2025 in the Automotive & Road Transportation Process category in Paris.Sandwich structures consist…
Rolls-Royce has showcased a new one-off commission called the Phantom Dragon. Celebrating the Chinese Year of the Dragon, the car—commissioned by a Chinese client—features intricate interior design incorporating Chinese cultural elements.The Phantom Dragon offers a contemporary rendition of the Chinese legend of two dragons with a pearl. The dashboard features a bespoke gallery with a…
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