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Nextbase Acquires AI Assets Humanising Autonomy
Nextbase, the global leader in Dash Cam technology, has acquired AI assets from Humanising Autonomy to enhance its AI-powered features, including object detection, driver alerts, and security. With over 5 million Dash Cams sold, Nextbase aims to improve road safety and efficiency by integrating AI-driven innovations. The acquisition will also bolster Nextbase’s Crowd Sourced Imagery (CSI) platform, allowing users to share real-time road data with mapping and infrastructure stakeholders. Additionally, the company has launched the Road Safety Club to encourage community participation. Nextbase executives emphasize their commitment to leveraging AI and computer vision to improve driving experiences, enhance road infrastructure, and contribute to the advancement of autonomous driving.
2024 AI Dash Cam Performance Evaluation: Methodology and Findings
The 2024 AI Dash Cam Performance Evaluation, conducted by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI), assessed the effectiveness of in-cab alert systems and vendor virtual platforms in detecting specific driving behaviors. The study, funded by Nauto, included a test-track experiment conducted between September 20 and December 12, 2024, using both Class 8 tractors and light-duty commercial vehicles. Compared to the 2023 benchmark study, this evaluation used a single installation location rather than rotating positions. While the study aimed for accuracy, results are based on specific testing conditions and may not apply universally. VTTI does not endorse any products.
Nauto, the study sponsor, is a leading provider of AI-powered safety solutions for commercial fleets, leveraging over 4 billion AI-processed driving miles to enhance driver and fleet safety.
Geotab and Autocar Partner to Integrate Factory-Installed Telematics in Vocational Trucks
Geotab USA Inc., a global leader in connected vehicle solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Autocar, a manufacturer of custom-engineered vocational trucks, to equip all Autocar internal combustion engine (ICE) trucks with factory-installed Geotab GO telematics devices. By embedding these devices during production, Autocar will gain real-time access to enterprise-grade telematics data, enhancing vehicle health monitoring, maintenance efficiency, and fleet uptime through its proprietary “Always Up” system.
This OEM-integrated solution eliminates the need for aftermarket installations, providing fleet operators with seamless connectivity and enhanced data insights. Geotab’s James McDermott emphasized the importance of easy access to high-quality data for improving fleet efficiency, while Autocar’s President, Eric Schwartz, highlighted the partnership’s role in strengthening customer support and operational reliability.
Green Hills Software Supports for TI AM26x Microcontrollers
Green Hills Software has expanded its suite of embedded safety and security solutions by adding support for Texas Instruments’ (TI) AM26x high-performance microcontrollers (MCUs), including the AM263x, AM263Px, and AM261x portfolios. This integration enhances real-time processing and safety certification capabilities for industries such as automotive and industrial automation.
Green Hills’ ISO 26262 ASIL D-certified µ-velOSity™ real-time operating system (RTOS) and the MULTI® integrated development environment (IDE) provide a streamlined development process, reducing debugging time and complexity in safety-critical applications. The software solutions are designed to meet strict industry certifications, including IEC 61508 for industrial, EN 50128/50657 for rail, and ISO 26262 for automotive applications.
By collaborating with TI, Green Hills ensures optimized software-hardware integration, allowing for rapid deployment of safety-certified solutions. The AM26x MCU portfolio offers multiple pin-to-pin compatible devices with up to four 400MHz Arm Cortex-R5F cores, capable of running in lockstep or dual-core mode to meet ASIL D requirements. Additional security features such as cryptographic acceleration, secure boot, and built-in self-test (BIST) further enhance system reliability.
The Green Hills platform, which includes safety-certified compilers, debugging tools, and static code analysis, enables engineers to develop, test, and deploy applications efficiently while ensuring compliance with stringent safety and security standards.
Cinemo and Hyundai Mobis Collaborate to Elevate In-Car Digital Entertainment
Cinemo, a global leader in digital media solutions, has partnered with Hyundai Mobis to enhance in-car multimedia experiences. Leveraging Cinemo CARS™ products, including CARS Connect Screens, CARS Connect Control, and CARS Online Video, the collaboration showcases next-generation smart mobility solutions.
Cinemo’s technology enhances Hyundai Mobis’ MIS 2.0S and MVICS 6.0 infotainment platforms, optimizing Android Automotive OS (AAOS) for seamless video streaming, screen mirroring, and BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) functionality. This partnership delivers premium in-car entertainment, including video-on-demand and music streaming, while intuitive playback control ensures a seamless user experience across multiple displays and devices.
Abe Silhan, Director of Portfolio Management at Cinemo, highlights the synergy between Hyundai Mobis’ infotainment systems and Cinemo’s software, emphasizing their shared goal of providing cutting-edge digital media experiences for OEMs and consumers.