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US connected vehicle rule targets Chinese software
Automakers with global supply chains are facing a significant compliance challenge as Washington moves to restrict Chinese technology in connected vehicles. With cloud-linked systems now standard in modern cars, the industry is under pressure to trace the origin of embedded software before...
Aftermarket ADAS kit for commercial vehicle retrofits
South Korean radar specialist bitsensing has introduced an aftermarket ADAS designed to enhance existing buses, trucks, and heavy goods vehicles with advanced driver warning capabilities. The ADAS Kit merges radar and camera sensing in a retrofit package tailored for commercial fleets already...
European EV adoption accelerates, hybrids dominate EU sales
European electric vehicle (EV) adoption is showing signs of growth after a turbulent 2024, with the market still navigating the balance between regulatory goals and consumer preferences. In 2025, battery-electric cars captured 17.4% of new registrations in the EU, while hybrid-electric vehicles...
ROHM aims for higher current sensing density with UCR10C shunt resistor series
ROHM has recently unveiled the UCR10C Series, a current sensing component in the 2012-size format tailored to meet the escalating power and reliability needs in automotive and industrial systems. This innovative series features a sintered metal structure that enhances the rated power...
“Elektor’s Online Conference Program for RISC-V”
On Wednesday, 15 April 2026 (from 9:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. CEST), Elektor Academy Pro is hosting the full-day online conference "RISC-V Open Architecture for Embedded, AI, and Automotive". It brings together leading experts to discuss the latest trends, best practices, and...
Memory Spot Prices Rise Gradually During Lunar New Year Break
Memory spot prices are still edging higher, but the pace has slowed as trading activity cools ahead of the Lunar New Year. In its latest weekly update, TrendForce said many buyers and traders are sitting on their hands, with fewer quotes and...
WiFi 7 IoT Device Aims for Low-Power Tri-Radio Connectivity
Infineon Technologies has introduced a groundbreaking tri-radio connectivity chip designed for battery-powered and space-constrained connected devices. The ACW741x family combines Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth LE 6.0, and IEEE 802.15.4 Thread in a single package, catering to IoT designs in home, commercial, and industrial...
Webinar Bringing EIS Accuracy into Everyday Battery Management Control
Join Elektor and NXP for an exclusive webinar on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 16:00 PM CET (Berlin/Amsterdam). Dr. Wenzel Prochazka and Philippe Perruchoud will introduce NXP’s latest advancement in Battery Management Systems (BMS): a chipset that integrates Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS)...
Infineon’s CoolSiC MOSFETs Chosen for Toyota’s bZ4X
Infineon has announced that its silicon carbide power semiconductors have been chosen for Toyota’s latest bZ4X battery-electric vehicle. The company’s CoolSiC MOSFETs will be integrated into the on-board charger (OBC) and the DC/DC converter, showcasing a significant step in SiC adoption within...
Infineon focuses on SiC designs with isolated gate driver ICs and opto-emulator input
Infineon has introduced its inaugural isolated gate driver IC family featuring an opto-emulator input, with the aim of streamlining the transition from optocoupler-based control systems to the next generation of SiC power stages. The newly launched EiceDRIVER 1ED301xMC12I devices are designed to...
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