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The Ultimate Guide to Cartech

A curated American edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Cartech.

What to know about Cartech

Cartech encompasses the rapidly evolving intersection of automotive innovation and technology, spotlighting advancements such as autonomous vehicles, electric trucks, connected car systems, and enhanced in-car user experiences. This field explores transformative ideas from fully electric waste collection trucks to AI-powered vehicle safety and infotainment systems.

By delving into Cartech stories, readers gain insights into the technological shifts shaping the future of transportation—covering breakthroughs in autonomous driving, electrification of fleets, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) connectivity, cybersecurity challenges, and the integration of AI and IoT in vehicles. These developments reflect how automotive technology not only redefines mobility but also impacts sustainability, urban infrastructure, and user engagement on the road.

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Recent Cartech News

Detroit to host ITS America 2026 intelligent transport expo
Procurement

Detroit to host ITS America 2026 intelligent transport expo

Detroit will host the four-day ITS America 2026 Conference & Expo, spotlighting intelligent transport, AI and real-world tech deployments.

Sat, 7th Mar 2026

From 'Too Bold' to 'Catalyst': How one CRO builds the next generation of women leaders
Smart Cities

From 'Too Bold' to 'Catalyst': How one CRO builds the next generation of women leaders

Miovision's revenue chief turns “too bold” into a blueprint for mentoring women and reshaping leadership in mobility technology.

Thu, 5th Mar 2026

SwRI backs ITS America youth drive on AI transport
Higher education

SwRI backs ITS America youth drive on AI transport

SwRI backs ITS America's Future Leaders scheme in Detroit, funding low-cost access and AI essay contests on transport's next generation.

Fri, 27th Feb 2026

Ever raises USD $31m to scale AI-native auto retail
Productivity

Ever raises USD $31m to scale AI-native auto retail

AI-first auto retailer Ever raises USD $31m Series A led by Eclipse to scale its platform and push nationwide across the US market.

Sat, 14th Feb 2026

Tech giants plan USD $650 billion AI investment surge
Cloud Services

Tech giants plan USD $650 billion AI investment surge

Amazon, Microsoft, Meta and Alphabet eye USD $650 billion AI splurge for 2026, stirring investor unease over margins and cloud growth.

Wed, 11th Feb 2026

Aurigo forecasts AI-driven strains on US infrastructure
Smart Cities

Aurigo forecasts AI-driven strains on US infrastructure

Aurigo warns surging AI demand will strain US grids, water and permits by 2026, forcing agencies to adopt real-time, data-led planning.

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026

Quintauris & Everspin partner to boost RISC-V automotive safety
Edge Computing

Quintauris & Everspin partner to boost RISC-V automotive safety

Quintauris and Everspin partner to integrate MRAM tech into RISC-V platforms, enhancing safety and reliability for next-gen automotive applications.

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Taara, StarTouch partner to deliver optical wireless connectivity
Network Infrastructure

Taara, StarTouch partner to deliver optical wireless connectivity

Taara and StarTouch join forces to deliver rapid, fibre-like wireless optical connectivity across the US, targeting enterprises in challenging locations.

Fri, 29th Aug 2025

INSHUR secures USD $35m for US expansion & AI mobility insurance
Automotive

INSHUR secures USD $35m for US expansion & AI mobility insurance

INSHUR raises USD $35m from Trinity Capital to boost US expansion and develop AI-driven insurance for autonomous vehicle and on-demand mobility markets.

Wed, 16th Jul 2025

Majority of US freight experts expect driverless trucks by 2050
Logistics

Majority of US freight experts expect driverless trucks by 2050

A survey reveals 65% of US freight experts expect driverless trucks to be common by 2050, with early use on long-haul highways and low traffic times.

Thu, 12th Jun 2025

AI system to cut grid connection delays by 80% in US energy push
Electric vehicles

AI system to cut grid connection delays by 80% in US energy push

Southwest Power Pool, Hitachi, and NVIDIA will cut US power grid connection delays by 80% using AI to speed energy planning and infrastructure upgrades.

Tue, 10th Jun 2025

Siemens Techcellence Awards spotlight digital innovation leaders
Digital Transformation

Siemens Techcellence Awards spotlight digital innovation leaders

Siemens Digital Industries Software honoured leaders in digital innovation and sustainability with its Techcellence Awards, spotlighting global pioneers driving transformation.

Fri, 6th Jun 2025

Catalyst AI update offers deeper insights for fleet managers
Logistics

Catalyst AI update offers deeper insights for fleet managers

Penske Truck Leasing upgrades Catalyst AI, analysing over 100 billion data points yearly to boost fleet operational decisions and efficiency insights.

Fri, 16th May 2025

Siemens expands PAVE360 with AMD & Microsoft collaboration
Hardware

Siemens expands PAVE360 with AMD & Microsoft collaboration

Siemens Digital Industries Software has enhanced its PAVE360 technology for Software Defined Vehicle development by integrating AMD hardware on Microsoft Azure.

Wed, 12th Mar 2025

Automated Tyre launches SmartBay for workshop automation
Artificial Intelligence

Automated Tyre launches SmartBay for workshop automation

Automated Tyre's SmartBay aims to speed up tyre servicing for dealerships and workshops, using robotics to cut labour needs and bay times.

3 days ago

QNX to unveil AI robotics demos and research report
Internet of Things

QNX to unveil AI robotics demos and research report

Its research aims to show developers why deterministic software is becoming crucial as AI robots move into shared, safety-critical spaces.

Last week

Microsoft tops phishing brand rankings in first quarter
Malware

Microsoft tops phishing brand rankings in first quarter

Phishing campaigns are increasingly targeting credentials, payments and malware delivery, with Microsoft alone accounting for 22% of brand impersonation attempts.

Last week

LG Electronics posts record first-quarter revenue rise
B2B

LG Electronics posts record first-quarter revenue rise

Higher sales of appliances, TVs and vehicle systems helped lift first-quarter profit despite tariff pressures and broader economic uncertainty.

Last week

Forrester says physical AI will drive next breakthrough
Robotics

Forrester says physical AI will drive next breakthrough

Forrester warns the biggest gains in automation may come from machines that adapt in factories, roads and plants, not humanoid robots.

Last month

HERE launches navigation on Autopilot for Level 2++
Energy efficient

HERE launches navigation on Autopilot for Level 2++

Automakers racing to deploy Level 2++ systems abroad need consistent road data, as unfamiliar layouts can still unsettle assisted driving.

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