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SafetyWeek 2026 will explore all Aspects of Vehicle Safety from April 14 to 16

With its three individual events, SafetyWeek once again covers all aspects of vehicle safety: active and passive safety, as well as testing and simulation. The event begins on April 14 with the Safety Testing Challenge, which will present the latest technologies for assessing vehicle safety.

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IIHS unveils 2026 Award Winners

article imageThe Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is pushing automakers to improve their crash avoidance systems and demanding superior protection for back seat passengers in the 2026 award season. Even with tougher rules, 63 vehicles qualify for IIHS awards so far. That is up from 48 at the same point last year. Of the winners, 45 earn a TOP SAFETY PICK+ and 18 earn a TOP SAFETY PICK.

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Hyundai Motor, Kia and NVIDIA expand strategic Partnership for Next-generation Autonomous Driving Technology

article imageNVIDIA announced an expanded collaboration with Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation to advance next-generation autonomous driving technologies built on the NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion autonomous vehicle development platform. The collaboration brings together Hyundai Motor Group's software-defined vehicle (SDV) capabilities, global vehicle fleet and autonomous driving development expertise with NVIDIA accelerated computing, AI infrastructure and autonomous driving software to support the development of scalable, data-driven autonomous driving systems across Hyundai Motor Group vehicle platforms.

Image: Hyundai / KIA / Motional / NVIDIA

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Berlin Battery Lab: BAM, HZB and HU are conducting joint Research on Sodium Batteries

article imageThe Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM), the Helmholtz Zentrum Berlin (HZB) and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (HU) officially inaugurated the Berlin Battery Lab (BBL). At this new research platform, BAM, HZB and HU jointly develop and test resource-efficient battery technologies with a focus on sodium-based systems.

Image: Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM)

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Autoliv and RS Taichi partner to advance Motorcycle Rider Protection with an Airbag Vest

article imageAutoliv, Inc., has developed its first complete wearable protection for motorcycle riders: a vest with an integrated airbag system designed to reduce critical injury risks in the event of a crash. This system is being launched in collaboration with RS Taichi, a leading manufacturer of motorcycle riding gear, who will bring it to market.

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Elektrobit and Mobileye announce Collaboration for Autonomous Vehicle Solutions

article imageElektrobit and Mobileye announced the integration of EB corbos Linux for Safety Applications into Mobileye Drive, a scalable end-to-end Level 4 self-driving system. As the foundation for global OEM offerings and robotaxi vendors, the Mobileye platform will utilize Elektrobit s safety-compliant solution, delivering automotive grade features and field updates. This collaboration reflects Mobileye s interest in EB corbos Linux for Safety Applications.

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New Practical Seminar on Euro NCAP ADAS Testing

article imageA new practical seminar introducing Euro NCAP 2026 ADAS testing provides professionals with a comprehensive overview of current requirements and testing procedures in active vehicle safety. Since 2016, Euro NCAP has continuously evolved its assessment methods, with significant updates introduced for 2026. The seminar covers the structure of requirements in the areas of Safe Driving and Crash Avoidance and offers insights into all relevant test scenarios. In addition to theoretical foundations, the program emphasizes hands-on learning: participants will explore test setups, required equipment, as well as the execution and verification of test procedures. The seminar is aimed at technicians, test engineers, and project engineers and will take place in May and November 2026 in Bergisch Gladbach.

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Industry first, Anritsu achieves EN 18052:2025 Certification for Hybrid eCall Evaluation

article imageAnritsu Coproration announces that its Hybrid eCall evaluation solution, featuring the eCall Tester MX703330E, has obtained industry-first European EN 18052:2025 certification following testing by cetecom advanced, a leader in electronic equipment certification. The certification confirms reliable end-to-end validation of Hybrid eCall systems operating across 2G and 3G circuit-switched and 4G packet-switched networks.

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Strategic Partnership for seamless ADAS/AD Validation: IPG Automotive and b-plus Pool Expertise

article imageIPG Automotive and b-plus automotive GmbH announce the beginning of their strategic partnership. The aim of the collaboration is to create a seamless toolchain for development, testing, and validation of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and automated driving (AD).

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AB Dynamics expands European Operations with new Technical Facility in Bavaria

article imageAB Dynamics has announced the opening of a new technical facility in Bavaria, near Munich. The site aims to significantly improve equipment uptime and test efficiency for AB Dynamics' customer base. The brand-new building is strategically located to provide localised support to major vehicle manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers.

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Intellias opens TISAX-Certified Garage in Ingolstadt for Prototype Development and Testing

article imageIntellias has opened a TISAX Assessment Level 3-certified engineering garage in Ingolstadt, Germany, in addition to its fully operational office in the IN-Campus. The facility provides Intellias secure premises in the heart of the German automotive industry for automotive software development and validation, combining normal/high/very high protection class for prototype vehicle testing, a test bench laboratory, and an AI R&D Lab for joint development with clients in the region.

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Valeo wins major Car Interior Lighting Solutions Program

article imageValeo announces a major program award from a premium global automaker. As part of this program, Valeo is introducing a new, state-of-the-art, automated high-volume manufacturing solution utilizing TactoTek's In-Mold Structural Electronics (IMSE) technology. The project not only strengthens Valeo's position at the forefront of interior system innovation, but also solidifies the Group's role as a key technology partner for the future of mobility.

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New EU-approved Project paves the Way for the next big Step in Road Safety

article imageSAFER can now add a new partner project to the SAFER portfolio, with a clear focus on the future of road safety. The European Commission has approved a Coordination Support Action within Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility, involving a wide range of SAFER partners. The project sets the scene for an upcoming large-scale demonstration planned towards the end of the current Horizon Europe program, with the aim of submitting a larger project proposal in October 2026.

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Seminars and Events

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carhs.training seminars and events for automotive safety.

All seminars are available as in-house trainings in both German and English!

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 1090
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 1090
Whiplash Test- und Bewertungsverfahren beim Heckaufprall
23.04.2026 in Alzenau
Thomas Frank - LEAR Corporation GmbH EUR 1090
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 1750
Pedestrian Protection - Development Strategies
27.04.2026 - 28.04.2026 in Alzenau
Maren Finck - carhs.training gmbh EUR 1750
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
Industry 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
Practical Seminar Introduction to Euro NCAP 2026 ADAS Testing
26.05.2026 - 28.05.2026 in Bergisch Gladbach
BGS Böhme & Gehring GmbH EUR 2520

Please find the full list of seminars at our website.

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