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  • Vehicle TelematicsGoogle JuicePass issue revives again

    Google-JuicePass issue revived again 

    In 2021, Google had refused to allow an e-mobility app developed by an Italian firm- Enel. According to Google, the app called JuicePass, was denied access to its Android Auto platform due to certain issues, including the lack of a specific template needed for compatibility with Android Auto. This raised concerns regarding the violation of competition regulations and potential anti-competitive behavior by Google. And Italy’s antitrust authority fined Google €102 million ($113.2 million) penalty in 2021.  JuicePass, an e-mobility app developed by Enel, needed access Android Auto to provide electric vehicle drivers with the capability to search for…

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  • Digital CockpitECARX Makalu

    ECARX’s Makalu computing platform powers Lynk & Co Z10

    Z10, a luxury sedan from Lynk & Co has ECARX’s Makalu computing platform. Makalu is in-turn powered by AMD Ryzen™ embedded V2000 processors. Lynk & Co, an automotive brand under the Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, is known for its innovative approach to car ownership and mobility solutions. Lynk & Co emphasizes a subscription-based ownership model, where customers can access vehicles and various services on a flexible basis.  The ECARX Makalu is a fifth-generation, digital cockpit computing platform. It is uses AMD Ryzen V2000 processors, which delivers sufficient computing power for a step-change in performance and enabling a longer…

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  • Uber invests and partners with Wayve for autonomous driving tech

    Wayve co-founded by Amar Shah, Alex Kendall, and Boris Sofman in 2017, develops autonomous vehicles technology. Through strategic partnerships Wayve jointly develops and market tailored autonomous driving products. It has been deploying autonomous vehicles on public roads. So far, Wayve has received funding of over $1 billion in investments from SoftBank and others. Recently it secured strategic investments from Uber in August 2024, to further advancements in self-driving technologies. Apparently, it seems that Uber is interested in Wayve’s advanced AI technology and expertise in embodied intelligence for autonomous driving. Embodied intelligence refers to a concept in artificial intelligence and…

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  • Samsung demonstrates 600 mile battery tech for EVs

    Samsung recently demonstrated solid-state battery technology for electric vehicles with a 600-mile range, charging in just 9 minutes and 20-year lifespan. This was showcased at SNE Battery Day Expo in Seoul. The innovative battery utilizes oxide solid-state technology, offering a significant energy density of approximately 500 Wh/kg, nearly double the density of mainstream EV batteries, hence enabling the efficient storage and delivery of energy. These batteries use solid electrolytes instead of liquid ones, enhancing energy storage and safety. Samsung is also working on developing more cost-effective battery options for wider market availability. Samsung has been working on electric…

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  • BYD to use Huawei’s autonomous driving system

    BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has recently partnered with Huawei to integrate Huawei’s advanced autonomous driving system, Qiankun, into BYD’s off-road Fang Cheng Bao EVs. This strategic collaboration is set to advance BYD’s premium brands, including Denza, Fangchengbao, and Yangwang. The partnership is important for BYD to bridge the technological gap in self-driving space with competitors. Huawei’s Qiankun ADS 3.0, which was launched in April 2024. The term “Qiankun” consists of two characters: “Qian,” symbolizing heaven, and “kun,” representing the Kunlun Mountains, showcasing Huawei’s aspiration to reach new heights and excel in core technologies within the…

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