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.
American Cartech News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
NASCAR uses AI to speed race analysis & fan feedback
NASCAR expands AI use to cut race analysis from hours to minutes, sharpen fan feedback reviews and guide decisions on competition quality.
ITS America expo in Detroit to showcase cyber security
Detroit transport expo to spotlight cyber security and data protection as nearly 200 exhibitors unveil connected traffic and autonomous mobility systems.
Honda picks Macrium for US factory backup & recovery
Honda taps Macrium to harden US factory recovery, with centralised backup tools aimed at reducing downtime across air-gapped production systems.
SwRI backs youth AI transport contest at Detroit summit
Southwest Research Institute backs Detroit essay contest inviting young innovators to reimagine US transport with artificial intelligence.
Everspin unveils UNISYST MRAM for unified edge AI memory
Everspin's UNISYST MRAM targets edge AI with unified code-and-data memory, promising far faster writes and greater endurance than NOR flash.
Everspin expands PERSYST MRAM with 128Mb, 256Mb parts
Everspin boosts PERSYST MRAM range, qualifying 64Mb for harsh environments and adding 128Mb, 256Mb parts for 2026 high-reliability designs.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Cartech
iProov report warns of soaring iOS injection attacks
Understanding the value of virtual power plants as grid resources
Altimetrik named major contender in Everest Group QE assessment
Software-defined vehicles now top priority for carmakers
Gartner warns of AI slowdown & divide among carmakers
Expert Columns
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Cartech News
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Forrester says physical AI will drive next breakthrough
Forrester says the biggest AI breakthrough will come from systems that perceive and act in the real world, not humanoid robots.
HERE launches navigation on Autopilot for Level 2++
HERE adds live map intelligence and lane-level guidance for Level 2++ driving, as it works with Lotus and Baidu Maps on overseas rollout.
Quantum Computing launches NeuraWave for edge AI inference
Quantum Computing puts photonic NeuraWave edge AI card on sale for real-time inference, targeting low-power server use in telecoms and vehicles.
Automotive microcontroller market set to hit USD $15.1bn
Automotive microcontroller demand set to rise as software-led vehicles, electrification and advanced safety systems boost chip use.
WPP integrates Google Earth AI into marketing platform
WPP expands Google partnership with Earth AI to sharpen local ad planning using weather, traffic and neighbourhood data across its marketing platform.
Valeo expands Google Cloud tie-up with Gemini rollout
Valeo will equip 100,000 staff with Gemini for Workspace as the automotive supplier deepens its Google Cloud partnership and expands agentic AI in engineering.