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Hybrid Homologation of the Future: Why the BMW is in the fast Lane

Fewer physical crash tests and less time and expense - but the same high standard of safety. The BMW Group is redefining homologation processes and is the first carmaker to successfully replace some physical tests with virtual simulations in Germany. The simulations are officially recognised as equivalent to conventional tests and save prototypes, time, money and resources while making crash-safety development even more precise.

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Autoliv and Yamaha Motor introduce Airbag for Commuter Scooter

article imageAutoliv, Inc. and Yamaha Motor Co. have co-developed an innovative airbag system for the new Tricity 300 commuter scooter. This is a significant step toward making advanced safety solutions accessible to a wider range of riders, moving beyond their previous availability solely on high-end motorcycles. The collaboration reflects Autoliv's continued expansion beyond its core business and supports the company's long-term strategic direction.

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Euro NCAP welcomes the Swiss Council for Accident Prevention as an Affiliate Member

article imageEuro NCAP welcomes the Swiss Council for Accident Prevention BFU (Beratungsstelle für Unfallverhütung) as an Affiliate Member of its car safety testing programme. The Swiss Council for Accident Prevention conducts research and offers guidance aimed at reducing the number of serious accidents in Switzerland. For nearly 90 years, the BFU has worked to make Swiss citizens safer both on the roads and in their everyday lives.

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NOVELIC's ACAM In-cabin Monitoring Solution developed using HighTec Development Platform

article imageHighTec EDV-Systeme GmbH announced that NOVELIC's Automotive Cabin Advanced Monitoring (ACAM) solution - an award-winning in-cabin radar monitoring system - was developed using the HighTec Development Platform. NOVELIC s ACAM solution is a cutting-edge automotive radar technology designed to monitor the vehicle cabin and detect the presence and movement of occupants, including children.

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How MGA supports Airbag Deployment Testing across North America

article imageFor the past five decades, MGA has established firm roots in the automotive safety industry through developments in full vehicle crash testing, pedestrian protection, active safety, and more. With growing demand for comprehensive testing, our teams bring extensive experience in creating safer roads and occupant protection, particularly through airbag deployments.

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NTSB finds Automation Overreliance contributed to two fatal Ford BlueCruise Crashes

article imageThe National Transportation Safety Board called for standardized performance requirements and greater oversight to improve the safety of automated vehicle technology. The NTSB investigated two fatal 2024 crashes in which vehicles using Ford Motor Company's hands-free partial automation system, BlueCruise, failed to stop for stationary vehicles.

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Toyota Motor Europe builds European Software Capabilities with a new Poland Hub

article imageToyota Motor Europe announces the opening of a Toyota Digital Hub in Wroc aw. The centre will focus on developing applications using advanced technologies for Toyota and Lexus vehicles across Europe. The hub is expected to employ around 200 highly qualified technical specialists.

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Microchip strengthens global ASA ML Ecosystem through strategic Collaboration with leading Camera Manufacturer Sunny Smartlead

article imageMicrochip Technology and Sunny Smartlead announces a strategic collaboration to expand the Automotive SerDes Alliance Motion Link (ASA ML) ecosystem. As part of this collaboration, Sunny Smartlead is introducing Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) camera modules built on Microchip's VS700 family of ASA ML devices, designed to enable faster, simpler and more cost-effective camera development for the automotive industry.

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Advancing Generative AI for Autonomous Driving with a New Simulation Framework

article imageAs part of the large scale innovation initiative NXT GEN AI METHODS, IPG Automotive continues to strengthen its role in supporting next generation AI technologies for autonomous driving. More than 20 organizations from across the automotive industry have joined forces in the three year project launched in early 2024 to leverage generative AI for perception, prediction, and planning in automated driving systems.

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Study reveals critical Gaps in Child Restraint Use

article imageNew research from France highlights a persistent and worrying safety gap: nearly two out of three children are still not properly secured in vehicles. The OURSE study (Observing Child Safety on the Roads), conducted by the Prévention Routière association in partnership with CEESAR and LAB, warns that despite recent progress, installation errors remain a major threat to young passengers.

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Delivering Safety for Commercial Vehicles

article imageWhen we talk about making vehicles safer, the picture in our heads is often of SUVs, sedans and minivans carrying commuters to work or families around town on weekends. But what about the vehicles that millions of people drive as part of their jobs? From tractor-trailers and box trucks on the interstate to delivery vans and work trucks winding through our neighborhoods, commercial vehicles are an often overlooked part of the road safety landscape.

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New Partner Project to improve Traffic Safety while Driving for Work

article imageA significant share of road crashes happen while people are driving for work. For many employees, driving is part of the job even though they are not professional drivers. Limited training, time pressure, stress, fatigue, and demanding schedules can increase crash risk and contribute to musculoskeletal issues. Discomfort, both physical and psychological, may also affect attention and the correct use of vehicle safety systems.

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Number of Road Deaths among Motorcyclists has not decreased for ten Years: Five Accident Types offer starting Points for Action

article imageAnnually, around 50 motorcyclists die as a result of a road crash in the Netherlands, and this number has hardly changed in the last ten years. At the same time, the fatality risk  for motorcyclists is many times higher than for car drivers, for example. This prompted SWOV to conduct an in-depth study into serious motorcycle crashes.

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TRL unveils new Brand Identity to reflect global Leadership in Transport Innovation

article imageTRL has unveiled a new brand identity, its first major update in over a decade, marking a significant milestone in its evolution and future direction. The refreshed brand introduces a new strapline, "Shaping Transport", capturing TRL's role at the forefront of next-generation mobility. The update reflects the organisation s continued commitment to delivering world-leading research and software solutions across surface transport and related markets.

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Introduction to ADAS and Active Safety
05.05.2026 - 06.05.2026 Online
Dr.-Ing. Gerd Müller - Technical University Berlin EUR 1090
Briefing on the Worldwide Status of Automated Vehicle Policies
05.05.2026 - 06.05.2026 Online
John F. Creamer - GlobalAutoRegs.com EUR 1090
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 1090
Application of ASAM OpenX® Standards
07.05.2026 - 08.05.2026 Online
Dr.-Ing. Philipp Rosenberger - Persival GmbH EUR 1090
Model Validation for Credible Simulation
12.05.2026 - 13.05.2026 Online
Dr.-Ing. Philipp Rosenberger - Persival GmbH EUR 1090
automotive CAE Grand Challenge 2026
19.05.2026 - 20.05.2026 in Hanau
Industry Experts EUR 1190
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
Python based Machine Learning with Automotive Applications
08.06.2026 - 11.06.2026 Online
Dr. André Backes - TECOSIM GmbH EUR 1450
Virtual Testing for Vehicle Safety Assessment in Consumer Protection Tests and Regulations
09.06.2026 - 10.06.2026 in Alzenau
Dr.-Ing. Andre Eggers - BASt - Federal Highway and Transport Research Institute EUR 1450
Basics of Homologation
12.06.2026 Online
Christian Radt - EDAG Engineering GmbH EUR 415
NCAP - New Car Assessment Programs: Tests, Assessment Methods, Ratings Fokus Aktive Sicherheit
16.06.2026 - 17.06.2026 in Alzenau
Direktor & Professor Andre Seeck - BASt - Federal Highway and Transport Research Institute EUR 1450
21st PraxisConference Pedestrian Protection 2026
17.06.2026 - 18.06.2026 in Rösrath-Forsbach
Industry Experts EUR 1790
Introduction to Passive Safety of Vehicles
22.06.2026 - 25.06.2026 Online
Ralf Reuter - carhs.training gmbh EUR 1450
Euro NCAP Passive Safety Workshop
23.06.2026 - 24.06.2026 in Landsberg am Lech
Volker Sandner - ADAC Technik Zentrum Landsberg EUR 1450
Introduction to the Python Programming Language
30.06.2026 - 01.07.2026 in Alzenau
Dr. André Backes - TECOSIM GmbH EUR 1450
Design of Composite Structures
01.07.2026 - 07.07.2026 Online
Dr. Roland Hinterhölzl - University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria EUR 1450
Crash Safety of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
06.07.2026 - 09.07.2026 Online
Rainer Justen - Mercedes-Benz AG EUR 1450
Automotive Safety Summit Shanghai 2026
15.07.2026 - 16.07.2026 in Shanghai, China
Industry Experts EUR 635
Development of Frontal Restraint Systems meeting Legal and Consumer Protection Requirements
15.07.2026 - 16.07.2026 in Gaimersheim
Kai Golowko - Bertrandt Ingenieurbüro GmbH EUR 1450
SafetyUpDate Japan 2026
21.07.2026 - 22.07.2026 in Tokyo, Japan
Industry Experts JPY 79000

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