May 2022: Continental (Germany) expanded its extensive range of sensors with the introduction of the Battery Impact Detection (BID) system and the Current Sensor Module (CSM), both of which are designed for electrified vehicles. Both novel solutions are centered around battery protection and parameter retention.
In August 2024, ams OSRAM launched an advanced version of its laser module built on 8 channels which caters to the needs of autonomous driving. This LiDAR enhancement isolates and differentiates the long range systems laser module from the traditional systems by improving reliability and accuracy.
In April 2024, Infineon Technologies AG further expanded its influence in the semiconductor space for the automotive industry. As reported by TechInsights, Infineon gained shares in all regions and continues to lead in South Korea and China. Infineon made considerable strides in the Japanese automotive semiconductor industry which, together with other activities, helped Infineon cement his position as number two in Europe and made the first top three in North America.
In April 2024, the renowned provider of sophisticated semiconductor offerings, Renesas Electronics Corporation, disclosed that she commenced operations at the Kofu Factory, which is situated in the city of Kai, in Yamanashi prefecture of Japan.
In February 2024, Verizon Business in partnership with Audi of America, announced plans to integrate 5G connectivity into select Audi models for the 2024 model year. This signifies the cooperation of Verizon with an ‘upper range’ car manufacturer that enables the use of 5G in the cars, thus strengthening Audi’s position in the automotive technology market.
In September 2023, Dolby obtained new clients in the automotive field, including Maybach, Mercedes Benz, Volvo, Polestar, and Lotus, for the development of a digital audio system for the new range of cars. In addition, the industry is introducing more comfort-oriented innovations like Honda’s launch of an AI-based ‘Scenic Audio App’ in April 2024, which is said to improve the travel experience of visually impaired passengers, showcasing the industry's effort to incorporate inclusive comfort features. All these activities rely on the combination of automotive microcontroller and automotive integrated circuit technologies.