One kind of software-defined vehicle architecture as represented by AUTOSAR, the global partnership of companies in the automotive and software industries collaborating to develop and establish a standardized software framework and vehicle E/E system open architecture. (AUTOSAR/Elektrobit)

Elektrobit CEO discusses the landscape of automotive software development and explains why a lot of software doesn’t necessarily have to be all that transformational.

Defining the software of 'software-defined' vehicles

Large excavators with operating weights of more than 6-tonne are a segment OEMs are looking to electrify further. Komatsu’s 18-tonne PC210LCE electric excavator features Proterra lithium-ion battery technology with 451kWh of capacity. (Komatsu)

NMC and LFP lithium-ion batteries find favor in different regions as OEMs move to electrify larger excavators and loaders.

Battery chemistries for construction EVs

Battery recycling experts at the 2023 Battery Show North America indicate a sustainable recycling business model is coming into focus.

EV Battery recycling still being defined

Cruise robotaxi on the job in San Francisco. (Cruise)

Cruise and Waymo have proven fully-automated ride-hail technology can work in certain conditions, but the services remain more a novelty than a competitive alternative.

Are robotaxis ready for prime time?

The Mercedes-Benz Drive Pilot automated-driving system engages distinctively-colored marker lights to inform other road users that the vehicle's ADS is engaged. (Mercedes-Benz)

The Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan equipped with the company’s Drive Pilot automated driving system (ADS), which the company said is the first vehicle with SAE Level 3 automated-driving capability approved by two U.S. states – California and Nevada – for operation on public roads. (Mercedes-Benz).


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Defining the software of 'software-defined' vehicles

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EV Battery recycling still being defined

Are robotaxis ready for prime time?

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