In connected car news are Stellantis, Applied Intuition, Vehlo, SiriusXM, Aptiv, LG Electronics, SDVerse, eInfochips, NXP and iDEAL Semiconductor.
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Stellantis & Applied Intuition Next-Generation Intelligent Infotainment
Applied Intuition, a leader in vehicle intelligence software, announced a partnership with Stellantis to deliver intelligent, customizable in-vehicle infotainment across the automaker’s global brands. Leveraging Applied Intuition’s Cabin Intelligence platform, Stellantis aims to create personalized, scalable, and cost-efficient in-cabin experiences that reflect each brand’s identity.
The collaboration addresses a long-standing industry challenge: infotainment systems that are costly, difficult to update, and outdated by launch. Applied Intuition’s platform enables Stellantis to unify infotainment software across its portfolio, allowing rapid customization and over-the-air updates tailored by brand and region.
Applied Intuition’s CEO, Qasar Younis, said the platform “unlocks personalized experiences based on driver preferences” while balancing affordability and flexibility. The partnership underscores Stellantis’s commitment to software-driven innovation and Applied Intuition’s growing role as a global provider of intelligent, multi-brand vehicle solutions.
Vehlo and SiriusXM Free Trial Subscriptions
Vehlo, a leading provider of automotive service software, has partnered with SiriusXM to offer customers of participating repair shops a free three-month SiriusXM trial. The integration, now available through Vehlo’s Tire Guru and Shop-Ware platforms (with Protractor launching soon), enables service centers to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty at no added cost.
Through this collaboration, eligible customers receive access to hundreds of SiriusXM channels—featuring ad-free music, sports, talk, and entertainment—both in their cars and via the SiriusXM app. Enrollment is streamlined within existing shop workflows: SiriusXM handles eligibility and communication, requiring no credit card information from customers.
Vehlo’s SVP of Channels & Alliances, Pete Plotas, said the partnership “makes every service visit more rewarding” and helps shops build long-term relationships with customers. SiriusXM’s SVP of Automotive Partnerships, Chris Paganini, added that the program expands SiriusXM’s reach while giving repair shops “a simple way to deliver exceptional value.”
The integration positions Vehlo’s software platforms as more than operational tools—offering shops a seamless way to drive repeat business through added customer perks.
Aptiv Unveils Gen 8 Radar Platform,
Aptiv PLC has introduced its most advanced radar technology yet—the Gen 8 radar platform—designed to power the next generation of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and accelerate the transition to intelligent, software-defined vehicles. Built on proprietary antenna and silicon designs, the Gen 8 system delivers high-resolution, 4D perception capabilities to support AI- and machine learning–driven safety and automation features.
The new front-facing and corner radar units enable improved detection accuracy and reliability in complex urban environments, unlocking hands-free driving and advanced features such as Navigation on Autopilot. Compared to previous generations, Aptiv’s Gen 8 radars deliver up to 30% higher performance, doubled vertical field of view, and improved horizontal discrimination by 25%.
Complementing the new radar line, Aptiv also debuted the PULSE Sensor—a compact, combined radar-camera solution that enhances perception around the entire vehicle while reducing the need for multiple ultrasonic sensors.
“With Gen 8 Radars, Aptiv sets a new benchmark for intelligent sensing—delivering all-weather reliability, deep environmental awareness, and scalable automation for global automakers,” said Javed Khan, Executive Vice President and President of Software, Advanced Safety and User Experience at Aptiv.
Backed by 25 years of radar expertise, Aptiv’s Gen 8 platform represents a major leap in cost-efficient, real-world performance and supports AI-driven decision-making across driving scenarios—from highway cruising to automated parking. The technology also extends beyond automotive applications, offering precision sensing solutions adaptable to robotics, drones, and industrial systems.
LG Electronics Joins SDVerse
LG Electronics has joined SDVerse, the automotive industry’s first B2B marketplace dedicated to software, bringing its LG AlphaWare suite to the platform to help automakers and suppliers transition toward software-defined vehicles (SDVs). Founded in 2024 by General Motors, Magna, and Wipro, SDVerse serves as a matchmaking hub for software buyers and sellers, promoting transparency and collaboration across the automotive value chain.
Through this partnership, LG aims to expand its role in the connected mobility ecosystem, offering technologies that enhance vehicle intelligence, security, and in-cabin experiences. The LG AlphaWare suite spans five core pillars—PlayWare, MetaWare, VisionWare, BaseWare, and OpsWare—covering entertainment, augmented reality navigation, driver monitoring, OS integration, and lifecycle management.
LG Vehicle Solution Company president Eun Seok-hyun said AlphaWare represents LG’s evolution into a “Smart Life Solution Company,” extending its innovation from the home to the road. SDVerse CEO Prashant Gulati welcomed LG’s addition, noting that it strengthens the platform’s mission to accelerate the global shift toward software-defined mobility.
eInfochips & NXP SDV Development
eInfochips, an Arrow Electronics company specializing in product engineering, has announced a multi-year collaboration with NXP Semiconductors to enhance software support and distribution for automotive customers. Under the partnership, eInfochips will provide standard and premium software packages, tools, and maintenance services for NXP’s S32 family of microcontrollers and processors—key components in software-defined vehicle (SDV) architectures.
The collaboration builds on eInfochips’ status as an NXP Gold Partner and aims to help automakers and suppliers streamline application development and reduce time-to-market. Executives from both companies emphasized that the agreement strengthens customer support and expands NXP’s software ecosystem for automotive embedded systems.
With more than 500 products developed and 40 million deployments worldwide, eInfochips brings extensive engineering expertise to the partnership, reinforcing NXP’s mission to enable the next generation of intelligent, software-driven vehicles.
iDEAL Semiconductor’s SuperQ™ Technology AEC-Q101
iDEAL Semiconductor announced that its SuperQ™ silicon MOSFET technology has earned AEC-Q101 automotive qualification, marking a major milestone in the company’s expansion into high-reliability automotive markets. The first qualified device, the 200 V iS20M028S1CQ MOSFET, features a 25 mΩ RDS(on) and a 175°C temperature rating, combining superior efficiency, low switching losses, and rugged reliability in a compact 5×6 mm PDFN package.
Designed for demanding automotive applications such as electric vehicle powertrains, on-board chargers, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), the SuperQ device outperforms competing solutions by up to 1.7x in efficiency. iDEAL’s qualification validates its commitment to enabling sustainable, high-performance power electronics.
Beyond automotive use, the SuperQ MOSFET also targets motor drives, battery protection, AI servers, and solar systems. CEO Mark Granahan said the milestone underscores SuperQ’s robustness and positions iDEAL to drive the next generation of efficient, reliable power solutions for electrified mobility and beyond.