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Bosch and CARIAD are making Automated Driving even safer and more convenient with AI

Bosch and CARIAD are intensifying their cooperation within the Automated Driving Alliance: the partners are developing their software stack for Level 2 and 3 assisted and automated driving by making full use of artificial intelligence. To this end, Bosch and CARIAD are expanding their existing approaches to include state-of-the-art AI methods.

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UTAC announces major global Facility Investments to support Next-generation Mobility

article imageUTAC announces a major expansion of its worldwide facilities, reinforcing its commitment to supporting its clients through the new era of electrified, autonomous and sustainable mobility. In the United Kingdom, UTAC has further enhanced its Millbrook and Leyland sites to meet growing demand for electrification and driveline innovation.

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Generative AI accelerates Homologation: FEV simplifies country-specific Type Approval Processes

article imageVehicle development does not end with technical readiness: The road to global market launches is only completed once homologation has been successfully achieved. Here, OEMs and suppliers are facing growing challenges in the increasing complexity of national regulations. FEV addresses these with an innovative, AI-based approach.

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Toyota's latest SUV achieved 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Rating

article imageThe new Toyota Yaris Cross achieved an impressive performance in the assessment, earning a 5-Star ASEAN NCAP rating with an accumulated score of 83.02 points. The total score achieved by the SUV is based on the four assessment categories, consisting of 36.36 points for the Adult Occupant Protection category, 17.32 points for the Child Occupant Protection category, 16.89 points under the Safety Assist category and 12.21 points for the Motorcyclist Safety category.

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Code meets the Road: Continental White Paper explores Key Technologies for connected Mobility

article imageContinental is underlining its pioneering role in digital mobility with a white paper entitled "Mobility applications for software-defined vehicles - an approach based on verifiable credentials." It illustrates how, beyond merely serving as a means of transport, vehicles could in the future become versatile platforms for intelligent software solutions - including for real-time traffic management.

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Two additional Models earn highest IIHS Award

article imageTwo midsize luxury SUVs, the all-electric 2025 Tesla Model Y and the 2025 Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid, earn TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards in the latest batch of vehicle ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. New ratings are also available for a gas-powered midsize SUV, the 2025 Jeep Wrangler, as well as two small pickups, the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado and the 2025 GMC Canyon. None of these vehicles earn an award.

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eCall Compliance for tomorrow s Vehicles with HEAD acoustics

article imageHEAD acoustics offers innovative solutions that comply with global standards and ensure the reliable operation of eCall systems. By integrating current and future standards, including GB/T 45314-2025 and ITU-T recommendation P.1140, HEAD acoustics positions itself as a reliable partner for the upcoming requirements of traditional and next generation (NG) eCall systems, particularly in China and Europe.

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Valeo honored with Volkswagen Group Award 2025 for Best Supplier

article imageValeo proudly announces it has received the prestigious Best Supplier Award from the Volkswagen Group in the "Supplier Management" category. Valeo is one of only 10 companies worldwide to have received an award at the Volkswagen Group Supplier Management Conference. With this award, the Volkswagen Group highlights Valeo's "exceptional achievements and innovative strength".

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Rohde & Schwarz verifies Next Generation eCall for EN 17240:2024 Standard

article imageRohde & Schwarz announced its work with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. to verify the implementation of Next Generation eCall on Qualcomm Technologies' Snapdragon Auto 5G Modem-RF, in line with the most recent specification EN 17240:2024. Rohde & Schwarz's work with Qualcomm Technologies aims to enhance the safety and efficiency of emergency response systems in vehicles via advanced testing solutions.

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Automotive Industry signs MoU for Joint Software Development based on Open Source

article imageWith the support of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA), 11 companies in the automotive industry have agreed on pre-competitive cooperation in open source software development. A corresponding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at the 29th International Automotive Electronics Congress (AEK).

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IPG Automotive inaugurates Innovation Lab in Karlsruhe, Germany

article imageWith the official inauguration of the new Innovation Lab, IPG Automotive opens a new chapter in the history of the company. During an exclusive event welcoming guests from politics, business, media, and industry, the modern showroom was officially inaugurated. 

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SWOV: "Progress in Developing of a Method to Measure Mode Confusion"

article imageCommissioned by the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management SWOV conducted a study into mode confusion: the uncertainty and misunderstandings that can arise about who has what control over the driving task at a given moment. The driver or the vehicle? This can lead to safety problems due to the increasing number of vehicle systems that support or even take over the driving task, while the driver must remain alert in the event of a system failure or (imminent) system deactivation.

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Crash-Course Additive Manufacturing
01.09.2025 in Alzenau
Prof. Dr. Fabian Riß - Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences EUR 1090
Implementation of Additive Manufacturing Processes in Corporate Environments
02.09.2025 - 03.09.2025 in Alzenau
Prof. Dr. Fabian Riß - Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences EUR 1750
Design for Additive Manufacturing
04.09.2025 - 05.09.2025 in Alzenau
Prof. Dr. Fabian Riß - Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences EUR 1750
Pedestrian Protection Workshop Vehicle Mark-Up
08.09.2025 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1150
Pedestrian Protection Workshop Testing
09.09.2025 - 10.09.2025 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1960
Pedestrian Protection Workshop aPLI
11.09.2025 - 12.09.2025 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1960
Design and Simulation of Vehicle Vibration
11.09.2025 in Alzenau
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dietmar Jennewein - Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences EUR 890
Introduction to Passive Safety of Vehicles
16.09.2025 - 17.09.2025 in Alzenau
Ralf Reuter - carhs.training gmbh EUR 1450
Dummy Basics
16.09.2025 - 17.09.2025 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1850
Whiplash Test- und Bewertungsverfahren beim Heckaufprall
18.09.2025 in Alzenau
Thomas Frank - LEAR Corporation GmbH EUR 890
NCAP - New Car Assessment Programs: Tests, Assessment Methods, Ratings
23.09.2025 - 24.09.2025 in Alzenau
Direktor & Professor Andre Seeck - BASt - Federal Highway and Transport Research Institute EUR 1450
Side Impact - Requirements and Development Strategies
23.09.2025 - 26.09.2025 Online
Stephanie Wolter - BMW Group, Joachim Peest - BMW Group EUR 1450
Material Models of Metals for Crash Simulation
23.09.2025 - 24.09.2025 Online
Dr.-Ing. Helmut Gese - MATFEM Ingenieurgesellschaft mbH EUR 890
Pedestrian Protection - Test Procedures
23.09.2025 - 25.09.2025 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 2520
Simulation for Automated Vehicles - Introduction to Scenarios, ODDs and Validation
25.09.2025 - 26.09.2025 in Alzenau
Dr. Andreas Kuhn - Andata Entwicklungstechnologie GmbH EUR 1450
Basics of Homologation
26.09.2025 Online
Christian Radt - EDAG Engineering GmbH EUR 415
Virtual Testing for Vehicle Safety Assessment in Consumer Protection Tests and Regulations
29.09.2025 - 30.09.2025 in Alzenau
Dr.-Ing. Andre Eggers - BASt - Federal Highway and Transport Research Institute EUR 1450
NVH - Background, Practice and Simulation Methodology
29.09.2025 - 02.10.2025 Online
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dietmar Jennewein - Darmstadt UAS, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Alexander Zopp - RheinMain UAS EUR 1450
Dummy Training BioRID II
30.09.2025 - 01.10.2025 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1850
Dummy Certification Basics BioRID II
02.10.2025 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1150
Workshop Pedestrian Protection and Low Speed Crash
06.10.2025 in Alzenau
Maren Finck - carhs.training gmbh EUR 890
High Speed Cameras Workshop
07.10.2025 - 08.10.2025 Online
Dr.-Ing. Thomas Weber - High Speed Vision GmbH EUR 890
Dummy Training Hybrid III 5%, 50%, 95%
07.10.2025 - 08.10.2025 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1850
The SafeBattery Experience 2025
08.10.2025 - 09.10.2025 in Klettwitz
Industry Experts EUR 1660

Please find the full list of seminars at our website.

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