Sony Car Audio Names Build Contest Finalists

Sony Car Audio has named the finalists for its recent Sony Mobile ES build contest, according to Mobile Electronics. Contestants were tasked with building a Sony Mobile ES demo vehicle that highlights, Sony Mobile ES and demonstrates how the shop will use the vehicle as a sales tool, Mobile Electronics said. The finalists are: Absolute… Continue reading Sony Car Audio Names Build Contest Finalists

Magna Acquires Veoneer Active Safety Business

Magna International has entered into an agreement with Veoneer to acquire Veoneer’s Active Safety business from SSW Partners, a New York based investment partnership, for $1.525 billion in cash, subject to working capital and other customary purchase price adjustments, the companies announced. Combining Veoneer’s Active Safety competence and product portfolio with Magna’s Advanced Driver Assistance… Continue reading Magna Acquires Veoneer Active Safety Business

Firstech Forms Direct Partnership with Tint World

Firstech, the maker of Compustar, DroneMobile and Momento, has announced a new direct partnership with retailer Tint World, the companies announced. As part of the new partnership, Tint World franchise partners will gain direct access to Firstech’s catalog of vehicle remote start, security and telematics solutions. Brands offered will include Compustar, iDatastart, DroneMobile, tesa tape… Continue reading Firstech Forms Direct Partnership with Tint World

Rockford Fosgate Founder Passes Away

Jim Fosgate, founder of Rockford Fosgate, has passed away, the audio systems manufacturer announced. The company provided the following statement: Jim Fosgate, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, inventor, founder, and friend to many, passed away Wed., Dec. 7, just two days after his 85th birthday. Bill Jackson, Rockford president and CEO stated “Jim was always… Continue reading Rockford Fosgate Founder Passes Away

BASF, Magna Partner to Develop Green Auto Manufacturing Startups

Greentown Labs, BASF and Magna have announced five startup participants for Greentown Go Move 2022, a program designed to accelerate startup-corporate partnerships to decarbonize automotive manufacturing and reduce vehicles’ life-cycle impact, the companies announced. The program specifically sought startups with novel solutions to some of the auto industry’s toughest problems: materials innovation for automotive efficiency and… Continue reading BASF, Magna Partner to Develop Green Auto Manufacturing Startups

Continental Named 4D Radar Sensor Sponsor for Indy Autonomous Challenge

Continental will be the exclusive radar sensor technology sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC), the company announced. The company will supply the IAC with its ARS540 4D imaging radar sensors for integration in the autonomous racecars, the Dallara AV-21, which enable highly automated driving. “Our 4D imaging radar is a product technology benchmark that… Continue reading Continental Named 4D Radar Sensor Sponsor for Indy Autonomous Challenge

Visteon Partners with AWS for Connected Vehicle Technology

Visteon has reached a deal with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to utilize its cloud capabilities for Visteon’s AllGo connected vehicle technology, the company announced. The collaboration will utilize multiple AWS technology solutions across IoT, storage, and compute categories and a fast, secure cloud environment to handle connected vehicle activities and create the car’s own digital… Continue reading Visteon Partners with AWS for Connected Vehicle Technology

Stellantis CEO to Keynote CES 2023

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares will serve as a keynote speaker at CES 2023, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) announced. The keynote address will feature the global unveiling of the Ram 1500 Revolution Battery Electric Vehicle Concept and the Peugeot Inception Concept, Stellantis said. “We’re spotlighting our most advanced technologies that serve as a force for… Continue reading Stellantis CEO to Keynote CES 2023

Magna Details CES 2023 Plans

Magna has revealed details for its exhibit at CES 2023 in Las Vegas, the company announced. At the event, the company will highlight its latest technologies in the areas of eco-innovation, driver assistance, distinction and experience, and new mobility, the company said. Magna’s exhibit will be in booth #4425 at the West Hall of the Las Vegas… Continue reading Magna Details CES 2023 Plans

Gentex to Open On-Site Childcare Facility for Employees

Gentex Corporation and the ODC Network (ODC) announced today that they are partnering to create the Gentex Discovery Preschool, an on-site daycare and preschool designed to provide Gentex employees with convenient, cost-effective access to quality childcare, the company said. “We continue to seek innovative ways to ensure Gentex is the employer of choice in West Michigan,” said Gentex President and CEO Steve Downing. “The low… Continue reading Gentex to Open On-Site Childcare Facility for Employees

Oracle Lighting Collects 4 Awards at SEMA Show

Oracle Lighting collected four awards to add to its showcase at the 2022 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, the company announced. During the annual trade show, Oracle Lighting received the SDC Data Excellence Award, runner-up for Best New Off-Road/4-Wheel Drive Product 2023 for its Integrated Bronco Windshield Roof LED Light Bar, a Global Media Award… Continue reading Oracle Lighting Collects 4 Awards at SEMA Show

Firstech Launches Mobile App for Dealers, Installers

Firstech has announced the launch of the myFirstech App. The app is free in the App Store and Google Play for all dealers and authorized Firstech Distributors. The app will have product install guides, allow dealers and installers to order products, provide access to training content and more. At launch, the myFirstech App will support… Continue reading Firstech Launches Mobile App for Dealers, Installers

Continental Scenic View HUD Named CES Innovation Award Honoree

Continental’s Scenic View Head-Up Display (HUD) was named a CES 2023 Innovation Award Honoree under the product category Vehicle Tech & Advanced Mobility, the company announced. The Scenic View HUD hides a vehicle’s display inside the dashboard and reflects information onto the lower black-band area of the windshield. The solution creates a reduced look-down angle and… Continue reading Continental Scenic View HUD Named CES Innovation Award Honoree

Visteon Receives CES 2023 Innovation Awards

Visteon has been named a CES 2023 Innovation Awards Honoree for its Lightscape Panoramic Display and Command & Control Display, the company announced. Visteon Lightscape Panoramic Display is a pillar-to-pillar display under a continuous glass lens. Utilizing Visteon’s TrueColor Image Enhancement, the system dynamically improves display performance based on ambient brightness conditions, the company said, and also features force-touch and… Continue reading Visteon Receives CES 2023 Innovation Awards