News articles relevant for automotive content, whether in terms of components, power, communications, infotainment or testing.
Intelsat and Cubic³ highlight they are progressing a satellite connectivity service for all types of vehicles, reaching a significant milestone. They have completed a test to integrate Intelsat satellites and Cubic³’s software platform. It was to show terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks linking to deliver always-on connectivity regardless of location. “Our Memorandum of Understanding and successful test brings us closer to ...
US car maker Rivian has signed up Infineon to supply traction inverter power modules, microcontrollers and power ICs for its ‘R2’ vehicle platform, expecting to start in 2026. The power modules will be in Infineon’s HybridPack Drive G2 format (pictured) and include both silicon and silicon carbide components. Along with these, Rivian has picked infineon’s established TC3x MCUs, not not ...
In industries such as automotive, industrial automation, and heavy machinery, reliable electrical connections are crucial – especially in environments exposed to moisture, dust, and constant vibration. Harsh conditions can degrade traditional connectors, leading to system failures and costly downtime. This is particularly critical in applications like off-road vehicles, LED lighting, renewable energy installations, robotics, and construction equipment, where durability and ...
Mitsubishi Motors and Foxconn have signed an MoU to supply an EV for the Australian and New Zealand markets starting in 2026. The vehicle will be developed by Foxconn subsidiary Foxtron Vehicle Technologies, manufactured by Yulon Motor of Taiwan and branded Mitsubishi. Foxtron is a jv between Yulon and Foxconn. Yulon makes Nissans under licence in Taiwan. The EV for ...
At PCIM in Nuremberg this week, Texas Instruments announced an automotive-qualified LLC controller for light electric vehicle charging, and demonstrated it in a three-stage ac-dc battery charger for electric two-wheelers. (LLC is an inductor-inductor-capacitor topology, see diagram) “But despite the benefits that the LLC topology can offer, including minimal standby power and low audible noise, electric vehicle manufacturers have been ...
Power component maker Cissoid has teamed up with automotive engineering services provider Edag Group to develop SiC traction inverters for electric mobility. “This collaboration brings together Cissoid’s expertise in silicon carbide power semiconductor modules and controls with EDAG’s know-how in the design, integration and validation of electric powertrains,” according to Cissoid. “The two companies aim to offer e-mobility OEMs and ...
At PCIM in Nuremberg today, Power Integrations revealed five 800V automotive power supply reference designs for its 1,700V InnoSwitch3-AQ flyback dc-dc converter IC: RDK-994Q – 35W 40 to 1kVdc input, 24V output, low-profile traction inverter gate-drive or emergency PSU RDK-1039Q – 18W planar transformer traction inverter gate driver or emergency PSU (pictured) RDK-1054Q – 120W planar transformer PSU to eliminate ...
The only thing stopping Chinese car companies taking over the market is tariffs and the China car companies are implementing a response – local manufacturing in their target markets. Last year it was calculated by Rhodium Group, that Chinese carmakers had foreign plants capable of producing around 1.7 million vehicles a year and had plans to double that. BYD, the ...
Automotive connectors play a crucial role in the circuitry of vehicles, as their dependability directly affects the overall functioning of the vehicle system. As the demands for automotive safety, environmental consciousness, comfort, and intelligence continue to increase, the requirements for automotive connector products have also intensified. These products now need to possess enhanced capabilities such as miniaturization, integration, resistance to ...
Infineon has announced a series of three pin ASIL-B-compliant magnetic switch ICs for automotive use. “Developed in accordance with ISO 26262, the TLE4960x switches integrate diagnostic functions to support functional safety applications,” according to Infineon. “In addition, the devices are AEC-Q100 compliant and qualified to Grade 0, ensuring robust performance in harsh environments.” With the base part number TLE4960x-xM-S2, they ...
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