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4activeOD-newborn: Euro NCAP certified Dummy for advanced Child Presence Detection

4activeSystems has been working closely with Euro NCAP for many years to improve the protection of newborns inside vehicles. Situations where high cabin temperatures and moments of caregiver distraction coincide show how urgently intelligent safety solutions are needed. With the 4activeOD-newborn Dummy, 4activeSystems has created a solution that sets new industry standards.

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Higher IIHS Front Crash Prevention Ratings mean bigger Benefits

article imageFront crash prevention systems that performed well in the original IIHS front crash prevention test are associated with larger crash reductions, HLDI recently found. All systems are associated with reductions in the frequency of property damage liability (PDL) insurance claims. But better ratings mean bigger benefits, the analysis of claims data for 2018-19 models shows.

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High-ranking Transport Regulators experience V2X's Potential to avoid Collisions and save Lives

article imageAt the 88th annual session of the Inland Transport Committee in Geneva, Switzerland, transport regulators from around the world have had the opportunity to experience first-hand how modern technology can help avert critical situations on the road and potentially save lives. The technical demonstration by DEKRA, supported by other members of the Coalition for Cyclist Safety, showed different scenarios in which V2X communication can create earlier awareness, support safer decisions and potentially prevent collisions.

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Infineon and Subaru collaborate to improve Driver Safety by enhancing real-time Performance in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

article imageInfineon Technologies AG and Subaru Corporation are collaborating to enhance driver safety, confidence and comfort in future Subaru vehicles. Infineon plays a key role in Subaru's integrated electronic control unit (ECU) for next generation advanced driver assistance systems and vehicle motion control.

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MGA Research Blog: IIHS releases the latest Whiplash Results

article imageThe Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has been working on the next iteration of whiplash evaluation since 2022. This was when the Rear Impact Protocol test program was concluded due to the industry achieving good results virtually across the board. This updated protocol includes several new metrics including pelvis displacement and NKM. In addition to the current pulse, IIHS has also incorporated an additional sled pulse with the new protocol simulating crash speeds of 20 and 30 mph.

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"Chilometri di scelte": Turning Research into Action for safer Mobility

article imageEvery day, when we get behind the wheel, we make choices that may seem trivial. However, just a moment of distraction can turn an ordinary decision into a significant risk. This awareness is the foundation of "Chilometri di scelte" which literally means Kilometers of Choices, a project that places road safety at the center as the result of continuous and responsible decisions.

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Valeo and NATIX partner to build one of the largest Open-source Multi-camera World Foundation Models

article imageValeo and NATIX Network announce a partnership to build one of the largest open-source multi-camera World Foundation Model (WFM). The rapid advancement of autonomous driving and robotics is creating new possibilities, driven by the growing demand for diverse, high-quality real-world data.

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Mobileye secures Major DMS Production Program with leading U.S. Automaker

article imageMobileye announced that a leading U.S. automaker will integrate the Mobileye Driver Monitoring System into future vehicles equipped with Mobileye's EyeQ6L system-on-chip, with start of production targeted for 2027. The newly awarded win expands the scope and feature set of an existing ADAS program and is expected to span millions of vehicles across multiple models and model years.

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EU Road Safety Progress under threat from new Era of Deregulation

article imageThe European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) has issued a mixed response to the European Union’s mid-point progress report on its 2021-2030 road safety strategy. While ETSC welcomes the Commission’s technical advancements and commitment to data-driven policy, it warns that a shifting political climate is beginning to dismantle the very safety leadership the EU once pioneered.

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IPG Automotive showcases Collaboration with Synopsys to accelerate Software-defined Vehicle Development

article imageAt CES 2026, IPG Automotive will present the next phase of its strategic collaboration with Synopsys, extending joint virtualization solutions to include the latest Systems-on-Chip (SoC) and domain controllers. This collaboration enables automotive manufacturers to accelerate software-defined vehicle (SDV) development through high-fidelity digital twins and advanced virtual testing.

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IIHS Calculator shows how better Seat Belt Laws can boost Safety in each US State

article imageA new online tool from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows how specific changes to seat belt laws would affect belt use and fatality rates in each state. The seat belt law calculator uses statistical models that IIHS developed. The models are based on published research findings about the effects of different types of seat belt laws.

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SHARP Focus: How TRL is advancing Helmet Safety for Motorcyclists and beyond

article imageMotorcycle helmets save lives. That's not a slogan; it's a fact backed by decades of research looking at real-world evidence. At TRL, improving road user safety is at the heart of everything we do, which is why we are proud to run the SHARP motorcycle helmet safety scheme on behalf of the UK Department for Transport (DfT).

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VerSACE will make frequent Software Updates in Automated Vehicles safer

article imageVerSACE is a new Vinnova FFI project that aims to make it easier to deliver frequent software updates in automated vehicles without compromising safety. The project develops methods to continuously test, verify, and follow up safety as systems evolve, also for complex software and AI/ML functionality. The project is coordinated by Volvo Cars and runs from November 2025 to January 2028.

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SafetyTesting Challenge 2026
14.04.2026 in Hanau
Industry Experts from EUR 1090
Dummy Training WorldSID 50% (incl. torsion neck)
14.04.2026 - 15.04.2026 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 2260
SafetyUpDate 2026
15.04.2026 - 16.04.2026 in Hanau
Industry Experts from EUR 1090
Auto[nom]Mobil 2026
15.04.2026 - 16.04.2026 in Hanau
Industry Experts from EUR 1090
Crash Test Data Acquisition Workshop
15.04.2026 - 16.04.2026 in Gilching
Heiko Haupt - MESSRING GmbH, Franz Holzinger - MESSRING GmbH EUR 1750
Dummy Certification Basics WorldSID 50% (incl. torsion neck)
16.04.2026 - 17.04.2026 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 2350
Pedestrian Protection Workshop Vehicle Mark-Up
20.04.2026 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1150
NCAP - New Car Assessment Programs: Tests, Assessment Methods, Ratings - Fokus Passive Safety
21.04.2026 - 24.04.2026 Online
Direktor & Professor Andre Seeck - BASt - Federal Highway and Transport Research Institute EUR 1750
Crashworthy and Lightweight Car Body Design
21.04.2026 - 22.04.2026 in Alzenau
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Axel Schumacher - University of Wuppertal EUR 1750
Pedestrian Protection Workshop Testing
21.04.2026 - 22.04.2026 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1960
Development of Frontal Restraint Systems - Advanced
22.04.2026 - 23.04.2026 Online
Kai Golowko - Bertrandt Ingenieurbüro GmbH EUR 890
Early Increase of Design Maturity of Restraint System Components in the Reduced Prototype Vehicle Development Process
22.04.2026 - 23.04.2026 Online
Sandro Hübner - EDAG Engineering GmbH EUR 890
Whiplash Test- und Bewertungsverfahren beim Heckaufprall
23.04.2026 in Alzenau
Thomas Frank - LEAR Corporation GmbH EUR 890
Pedestrian Protection Workshop aPLI
23.04.2026 - 24.04.2026 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1960
Simulation for Automated Vehicles - Introduction to Scenarios, ODDs and Validation
27.04.2026 - 30.04.2026 Online
Dr. Andreas Kuhn - Andata Entwicklungstechnologie GmbH EUR 1450
Pedestrian Protection - Development Strategies
27.04.2026 - 28.04.2026 in Alzenau
Maren Finck - carhs.training gmbh EUR 1450
Dummy Training SID IIs
28.04.2026 - 29.04.2026 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1850
Passenger Cars in Low-Speed Crashes
29.04.2026 - 30.04.2026 in Alzenau
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Harald Bachem - Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences EUR 1450
Dummy Certification Basics SID IIs
30.04.2026 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 1150
Introduction to ADAS and Active Safety
05.05.2026 - 06.05.2026 Online
Dr.-Ing. Gerd Müller - Technical University Berlin EUR 890
Briefing on the Worldwide Status of Automated Vehicle Policies
05.05.2026 - 06.05.2026 Online
John F. Creamer - GlobalAutoRegs.com EUR 890
Pedestrian Protection - Test Procedures
05.05.2026 - 07.05.2026 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 2520
Automated Driving - Safeguarding and Market Introduction
06.05.2026 in Alzenau
Udo Steininger - TESACO GmbH EUR 890
Application of ASAM OpenX® Standards
07.05.2026 - 08.05.2026 Online
Dr.-Ing. Philipp Rosenberger - Persival GmbH EUR 890
Model Validation for Credible Simulation
12.05.2026 - 13.05.2026 Online
Dr.-Ing. Philipp Rosenberger - Persival GmbH EUR 890
automotive CAE Grand Challenge 2026
19.05.2026 - 20.05.2026 in Hanau
Indutry Experts from EUR 1090
International Safety and Crash-Test Regulations: Current Status and Future Developments
26.05.2026 - 29.05.2026 Online
John F. Creamer - GlobalAutoRegs.com EUR 1450

Please find the full list of seminars at our website.

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