With These Cars, Nio and GAC Want to Conquer Europe Nio and GAC have understood that European customers operate somewhat differently than those in their home market of China. It requires long-range and highly technological models that could occupy niches neglected by European OEMs until now. Jürgen Zöllter
Hyundai Launches Software Brand Pleos At its in-house developer conference in Seoul, the Hyundai Group introduced its new mobility and software brand 'Pleos'. The Koreans also explained how they plan to improve the in-vehicle app network in collaboration with partners in the future. Benjamin Müller
Nio Introduces New Vehicle API With the new Vehicle API, Nio aims to create a platform that efficiently connects vehicles with third-party apps and energy systems. It is intended to provide easy integration and new opportunities for smart mobility solutions. Ronja Schmiedchen
These are the Vehicle Displays of the Future Large display tablets in automobiles are a thing of the past. The next generation of infotainment relies on screens that stretch across the entire width of the vehicle. Wolfgang Gomoll
How acoustics in vehicles become a selling point In Ilmenau, audio experts met during the "Acoustic Day" organized by Fraunhofer IDMT to discuss the future of interior acoustics. Common denominator: The listening experience becomes a selling point. Nikolaus Fecht
Porsche's Electric Macan Impresses Across the Board The long wait was worth it. As the first Porsche on the PPE platform, the Macan 4 delivers. Besides driving pleasure, the assistance systems and infotainment also score points. Timo Gilgen
Cars Become the Gaming Hotspots of the Future Cars are no longer just means of transportation: OEMs are pushing in-car gaming to the limit with new technologies. Thanks to innovative platforms and clever collaborations, the vehicle becomes a digital playground. Werner Beutnagel