Nio ET9 gets ZF SBW | BMW Heart of Joy | Cloud-based GNSS | REE partners | Upstream cybersecurity

Volume 5 Issue 7

Nio ET9’s SkyRide chassis gets ZF steer-by-wire

The development of the system, which eliminates the mechanical steering connection and provides a fully digital, customizable driving experience, is an example of Nio’s long-term innovation strategy for the European market and the many innovations the Chinese OEM has brought to its executive flagship.

Vision Driving Experience vehicle tests BMW Neue Klasse ‘Heart of Joy’ concept

In the lead-up to its premiere at Auto Shanghai 2025, the “Vision Vehicle” with a whopping 18,000 N·m of torque features the brand’s Heart of Joy philosophy and control unit that combines powertrain and dynamics functions aimed at top-class dynamics, precision, efficiency, and driving pleasure.

Expanding ADAS and AV deployments with cloud-based GNSS

James Tidd, Vice President of Systems Engineering at Swift Navigation, writes about the benefits of cloud-based ISO 26262-certified GNSS services like that for its collaboration with AWS for more uniform and accurate positioning for automotive OEMs and Tier One suppliers like Bosch.

REE partners to deliver better fleet management and healthcare

This month the maker of software-defined by-wire electric trucks announced collaborations with Geotab focuses on advanced data analytics for better fleet management solutions and with Mission Mobile Medical to expand its mobile healthcare fleet for patients with limited healthcare access.

Upstream Security report reveals critical gaps in auto cybersecurity

The company’s latest report reveals that 60% of cybersecurity incidents in the automotive and smart mobility sectors in 2024 affected thousands to millions of mobility assets including vehicles, EV charging stations, smart mobility apps, and connected devices—with massive-scale incidents more than tripling.