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Korea Herald
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Korea Herald
Hyundai AutoEver earns top global safety rating for entire vehicle software platform
Hyundai AutoEver, the vehicle software arm of Hyundai Motor Group, said Thursday that its automotive software platform, Mobilgene Classic 2.0, has achieved ASIL-D certification — the highest level of automotive safety integrity as defined by the International Organization for Standardization. ASIL, or automotive safety integrity level, is a global standard that evaluates the functional safety of electrical and electronic systems in vehicles. ASIL levels range from A to D, with D representing the most stringent requirements, signifying that the system is extremely unlikely to fail or cause accidents even in the event of malfunction, according to international certification body Det Norske Veritas. Hyundai AutoEver had previously received ASIL-D certification for 8 modules of Mobilgene Classic 2.0 in 2021, and now it has secured certification for all 63 modules after four years of continued development. Each module plays a vital role in functions such as data transmission, diagnostics and hardware communication, requiring its stable performance for the safety and reliability of the overall vehicle software system. The company's separate high-performance software platform, Mobilgene Adaptive, also received ASIL-D certification earlier this year. 'This certification reflects over 20 years of our expertise in in-house automotive software development,' said Hyundai AutoEver's Software Platform Business Division Director Ryu Seok-moon. 'We will continue to enhance our competitiveness in the software-defined vehicle era.'
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
ST Unveils High-Efficiency Contactor for Smooth EV Voltage Transition
Sensata Technologies Holding plc (ST) recently introduced High Efficiency Contactor (HEC), a cutting-edge solution designed to simplify voltage transitions from 400V to 800V electric vehicle (EV) architectures while enhancing system reliability, safety and efficiency. EV makers are shifting to 800V systems for faster charging, but most chargers today still use 400V. So, vehicles must work with both systems, creating a key challenge in the EV ecosystem. ST's HEC addresses this issue by enabling seamless battery reconfiguration between 400V and 800V systems, allowing EVs to efficiently interface with both old and new charging standards without compromise. Modern EVs often utilize dual battery packs for increased capacity and modularity. However, this poses challenges such as imbalances due to pack aging, uneven usage, or even failures in one of the packs, which can compromise vehicle performance or immobilize the vehicle entirely. ST's HEC is engineered to independently access and isolate either of the two 400V packs, enabling features like battery balancing and limp-home mode. This selective access functionality boosts battery longevity, enhances reliability in fault scenarios and improves overall vehicle reliability, a significant advantage for both end users and fleet operators. It also takes a hardware-centric safety approach by integrating three high-voltage contactor poles into a patent-pending design with mechanically synchronized contacts. This mechanical interlock ensures that only valid switching configurations are physically possible, eliminating the risk of incorrect switching due to software bugs, welded contacts, or mechanical shock. This creates a safer system that lowers the risk of serious faults and supports top safety and reliability standards. Key Capabilities of ST's HEC The system offers flexible configuration, supporting standard battery setups like Series-800V, Parallel-400V and Open-Isolated, along with single-pack options (A-only / B-only) for battery balancing and limp-home modes. Its inherently safe mechanical design prevents incorrect switching, removing the risk of short circuits. Built for robust performance, it can handle short-circuit events up to 25 kA and withstand mechanical shocks of more than 90g. The compact and lightweight form reduces system components by more than 50%, requiring no extra cooling or special equipment. Additionally, its bi-stable design needs no holding power, and the ultra-low contact resistance (under 50 µΩ) ensures high efficiency by minimizing energy loss and heat. Designed for demanding, safety-focused applications, the HEC handles continuous currents above 1000 A. It includes a built-in ASIL-D compliant position sensor for real-time diagnostics. In addition to enabling 400V/800V battery switching, Sensata's HEC works with Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) setups, Megawatt (MW) charging and the North American Charging Standard (NACS/J3400), making it a flexible and future-ready solution for today's EV and energy systems. As EVs continue to evolve, infrastructure constraints, safety concerns and system inefficiencies have the potential to slow down its adoption. Sensata's HEC is poised to address these barriers, enabling a smooth and safe transition to 800V architectures, extending vehicle reliability and simplifying battery system integration. ST Gains From Strong Portfolio, Macro Woes Persist Sensata boasts a rich portfolio of high-voltage protection and battery management systems. It is also well-positioned with a diverse portfolio of high-value products. This includes a robust ICE portfolio, electrification opportunities for auto and HVOR, and advanced sensing and electrical protection solutions for industrial and aerospace customers. In June 2025, ST's subsidiary, Dynapower, introduced the MV Integrated PowerSkid — a cutting-edge solution designed to simplify and strengthen medium-voltage energy systems across key sectors like renewables, battery energy storage systems, data centers and green hydrogen. Nonetheless, the company is dealing with challenges from global economic uncertainty and changing trade policies. It also highlighted a temporary gap between paying tariffs and recovering those costs, which may negatively impact its quarterly performance. ST's Zacks Rank & Stock Price Performance ST currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). Shares of the company have lost 19% in the past year against the Zacks Instruments – Control industry's growth of 10.2%. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Other Key Picks From the Computer and Technology Space Some better-ranked stocks from the broader technology space are NETGEAR, Inc. (NTGR), Ubiquiti Inc. (UI) and Watts Water Technologies, Inc. (WTS). NTGR sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), while UI and WTS carry a Zacks Rank #2. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. NETGEAR's earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average surprise being 179.12%. In the last reported quarter, NTGR delivered an earnings surprise of 105.71%. Its shares have surged 89.3% in the past year. Ubiquiti earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average surprise being 29.93%. In the last reported quarter, UI delivered an earnings surprise of 61.29%. UI shares have skyrocketed 170.2% over the past year. Watts Water's earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average surprise being 6.57%. In the last reported quarter, WTS delivered an earnings surprise of 11.79%. Its shares have increased 28.1% in the past year. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Sensata Technologies Holding N.V. (ST) : Free Stock Analysis Report NETGEAR, Inc. (NTGR) : Free Stock Analysis Report Watts Water Technologies, Inc. (WTS) : Free Stock Analysis Report Ubiquiti Inc. (UI) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research
Business Standard
19-06-2025
- Automotive
- Business Standard
Tata Elxsi inks MoU with Infineon to develop EV solutions for Indian market
Tata Elxsi announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Infineon Technologies to jointly develop application-ready EV solutions tailored to the Indian market. The collaboration comes amid Indias accelerating EV adoption, with overall sales rising 2530% year-on-year in 2024, including a 28% surge in electric two- and three-wheeler volumes. Under the partnership, the two companies will co-develop high-voltage inverters for traction and auxiliary systems, scalable battery management systems (BMS), bi-directional onboard chargers, and advanced thermal management solutions. These systems will target Indias growing 2W, 3W, passenger vehicle (PV), and commercial vehicle (CV) segments, with future scope extending to electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles, energy storage, and off-highway applications. The partnership aims to accelerate the deployment of cost-optimized, automotive-grade, and safety-compliant EV subsystems, addressing critical requirements such as ASIL-D compliance under ISO 26262 standards for functional safety. As per the MoU, Tata Elxsi will bring its capabilities in design, system integration, and validation, while Infineon will offer early access to its latest semiconductor innovations, including silicon carbide (SiC)-based components, microcontrollers, and integrated circuits. Nambi Ganesh, Head of Automotive, Tata Elxsi, said, Currently, several of our EV solutions are already built on Infineon SoCs and components. As EV adoption scales, our focus remains on delivering production-ready, automotive standards-compliant platforms and solutions. Tata Elxsi is a leading provider of design and technology services across industries, including automotive, broadcast, communications, healthcare, and transportation. The company reported a 12.4% fall in net profit to Rs 172.4 crore in Q4 FY25 from Rs 196.9 crore in Q4 FY24. Revenue from operations for the period under review aggregated to Rs 908.3 crore, up 0.3% YoY. Shares of Tata Elxsi fell 1.23% to Rs 6,366.85 on the BSE.
Business Upturn
18-06-2025
- Automotive
- Business Upturn
Tata Elxsi and Infineon join forces to boost EV innovation in India
In a major step towards advancing India's electric vehicle (EV) landscape, Tata Elxsi and Infineon Technologies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop ready-to-deploy EV systems tailored for Indian roads. The partnership aims to address the country's growing need for scalable and safe electrification solutions across mobility segments including two-wheelers, three-wheelers, passenger vehicles, and commercial fleets. The announcement was made via a press release dated June 18, 2025, where both companies underscored their commitment to accelerating EV adoption in line with India's national electrification targets. 'This MoU further strengthens our partnership by giving us a clearer scope and tighter system-level alignment, enabling shorter turnaround times to address Indian market requirements,' said Nambi Ganesh, Head of Automotive at Tata Elxsi. He added, 'As EV adoption scales, our focus remains on delivering production-ready, automotive standards-compliant platforms and solutions.' Infineon, a global leader in semiconductor solutions, will bring its advanced technologies such as silicon carbide (SiC) components, microcontrollers, and ICs to the collaboration. These will be integrated with Tata Elxsi's design, system integration, and validation capabilities to develop high-voltage inverters, scalable battery management systems, bi-directional onboard chargers, and thermal management systems. Kenneth Lim, Senior Vice President – Automotive at Infineon Technologies Asia Pacific, emphasized the strategic importance of this partnership: 'By combining Tata Elxsi's design and integration expertise with our advanced semiconductor solutions, we are not only enhancing the development of ready-to-deploy EV systems but also ensuring that they meet the highest safety and performance standards.' Importantly, the systems will address critical compliance requirements such as ASIL-D certification as per ISO 26262, ensuring functional safety for road vehicles. This initiative also aligns with NITI Aayog's ambitious electrification goals, which include 80% electrification of two- and three-wheelers and 70% of commercial vehicles by 2030. As the EV sector in India grows at a rate of 25–30% annually, this collaboration promises to create impactful, localized solutions that can be rapidly deployed and scaled across the country. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
The Hindu
18-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Tata Elxsi, German chip firm to develop EV solutions for India
Tata Elxsi, a design and technology services company in Tata Group, and Infineon Technologies, a German player in semiconductor solutions, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly develop application-ready EV solutions tailored to the Indian market. This strategic collaboration aligns with India's rapid shift towards electrification, with EV sales growing by 25–30% year-on-year in 2024, including a 28% increase in electric two- and three-wheeler sales, Tata Elxsi said. Under this collaboration, Tata Elxsi and Infineon would work closely to develop high-voltage inverters for traction and auxiliary systems, scalable battery management systems (BMS), bi-directional onboard chargers, and high-voltage thermal management solutions for the Indian market. This would serve India's fast-evolving 2W, 3W, PV, and CV segments, with future pathways to address eVTOL, energy, and off-highway sectors, said the company. According to the company, the partnership strategically leverages design and integration expertise, enabling faster adoption of automotive-grade, cost-optimised, and safety-compliant subsystems across key mobility segments. It addresses critical safety requirements such as ASIL-D (Automotive Safety Integrity Level D) compliance, as per ISO 26262 (Functional Safety of Road Vehicles) standards. 'Currently, several of our EV solutions are already built on Infineon SoCs and components. As EV adoption scales, our focus remains on delivering production-ready, automotive standards-compliant platforms and solutions,' said Nambi Ganesh, Head of Automotive, Tata Elxsi. Tata Elxsi, as per the MoU, brings its design, system integration, and validation capabilities, while Infineon will provide early access to its latest semiconductor technologies—such as silicon carbide (SiC)-based components, microcontrollers, and integrated circuits (ICs).
