• Friday, January 10, 2025

by: MSN

U.S. auto industry bracing for new trade and regulatory landscape

The U.S. auto industry is bracing for a shifting landscape, marked by the economic policies and global trade strategies of a Trump White House, as it sets itself apart from the outgoing administration.

by: Yahoo

6 automotive innovations from CES 2025 that could shape future of driving

Here's a look at six advanced automotive technologies that could disrupt industries ... Aeroht revealed its Land Aircraft Carrier at CES 2025. The flying car concept transportation, with its modular architecture, features a detachable eVTOL air module ...

by: Axios

Autonomous trucking company sues over 1970s safety rules

On Dec. 26, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the DOT agency that oversees trucking safety, rejected the request. In its decision, FMCSA said the companies hadn't showed that a national, industry-wide exemption for AV trucks would provide an equivalent level of safety in such situations.

by: TechCrunch

Live Updates CES 2025: The final reveals and analysis as the event nears its end

CES 2025, the annual consumer tech conference held in Las Vegas, is upon us — and this is where you can find all of our live updates. Over the next few days, TechCrunch reporters will be on the ground giving you the latest announcements and product reveals from Samsung,

by: Forbes

How Technology Can Transform Payment Processing In Auto Transportation

There are ways technology solutions can tame payment chaos in the movement of cars. Here's how these solutions can provide benefits, along with challenges to be aware of.

by: CNBC

Best Auto Loans and Financing of January 2025

A car is an expensive purchase, but choosing the right lender can save you thousands of dollars in interest charges and fees. Plus, you want your car shopping experience to be easy and transparent ...

by: Yahoo

Chinese auto giant wants to make flying cars your next commute option

An automotive maker in China has developed a flying car that is setting the stage for a new era in how we think about commuting and connectivity in cities.
  • Saturday, January 11, 2025

by: MSN

Tata Elxsi share price down 8%. Why did it hit 52-week low after Q3 results?

At 10:40 a.m., Tata Elxsi's share price was down 7% at Rs 5992.95. In early trade, the stock hit a 52-week low of Rs 5,924.

by: Gizmodo

The Best Automotive Tech at CES 2025

There were a lot of electric bikes and scooters at CES this year, but this electric motorcycle from Royal Enfield caught my attention. Royal Enfield is one of a handful of old British brands that have found new life under Indian ownership.

by: Yahoo

Best smart plugs in 2025

Feit Electric's WiFi model provides no-nonsense usability with either of the most popular smart home platforms. It's been a long-running favorite for turning dumb appliances smart, because it's easy to manage, schedule, and assign to groups. It takes up less space than most, and allows for streamlined control from wherever you have internet access.
  • Sunday, January 12, 2025

by: TechCrunch

CES 2025: Self-driving cars were everywhere, plus other transportation tech trends

Even before CES 2025 kicked off a few trends began to emerge — or more accurately, some gaps appeared. All U.S. and some European automakers that
  • Monday, January 13, 2025

by: Forbes

Global Automotive Outlook: Predictions For 2025

The article predicts key trends in 2025 in the Automotive Industry from slow down in EV sales to growth of new business models like EV multi year leasing

by: Forbes

Beyond ADAS: Building A Data-Driven Fleet Culture For Long-Term Safety Success

Recent data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) shows a steady rise in large truck crashes since 2009. Despite this, there are signs of progress. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports a 3.6% decrease in vehicle-related fatalities from 2022 to the most recent data compiled for 2023.
  • Tuesday, January 14, 2025

by: Reuters

Longtime UAW union officer to retire, sources say

Chuck Browning, who has been a prominent leader in the United Auto Workers union and negotiated its deals with Ford Motor , is retiring, according to three sources familiar with the matter.

by: Investing

Factbox-Trump's picks for his cabinet and other top posts

The co-chair of Trump's transition effort and the longtime chief executive of financial services firm Cantor Fitzgerald, Lutnick has been picked to head the Commerce Department, the agency that has become the U.S. weapon of choice against China's tech sector.

by: MSN

Latest Car and Bike News Live Updates Today January 15, 2025: China's electric car sales grew in 2024 as sales of ICE-powered cars plunged

If automobiles catch your fancy and you are captivated by all things on wheels, you have come to the right place. You have come to HT Auto. Welcome to the latest developments from the Indian and global automotive world on January 15,

by: Forbes

Why Did My Car Insurance Rates Go Up In 2025?

Penny Gusner is a senior insurance writer and analyst at Forbes Advisor. For more than 20 years, she has been helping consumers learn how insurance laws, data, trends, and coverages affect them ...

by: ABC

US to ban Russian, Chinese software and hardware in vehicles

The United States is going to ban Russian and Chinese software in vehicles, according to the Department of Commerce, due to national security concerns.

by: MSN

The best car, truck and motorcycle technology at CES 2025

From Honda's futuristic 0 Series to Toyota's high-tech Woven City, here are the innovations that made headlines—and why they matter.

by: Reuters

Biden administration finalizes US crackdown on Chinese vehicles

President Joe Biden's outgoing administration is finalizing rules on Tuesday that will effectively bar nearly all Chinese cars and trucks from the U.S. market, as part of a crackdown on vehicle software and hardware from China.
  • Wednesday, January 15, 2025

by: VCCircle

Sarla Aviation, Eccentric, OrbitAID, five others secure early-stage funding

Aviation startup Sarla Aviation, 3D visualisation firm Eccentric, spacetech company OrbitAID and five other startups

by: ABC

NHTSA closes preliminary investigation into General Motors' Cruise robotaxis

U.S. automobile safety regulators are closing their preliminary investigation into General Motors' Cruise robotaxis without taking further action

by: Cars

10 Biggest News Stories of the Week: Ford Maverick Goes Up, Genesis GV80 Gets Good

by: Forbes

Honda-Nissan Plan, Stellantis Problems May Prompt More Mega-Mergers

The mooted Honda Nissan merger and the fallout from leadership change at Stellantis suggests the auto industry must brace for turmoil, where size is a survival necessity.

by: Reuters

US ban on Chinese auto tech signals decisive split in global market

One of the last acts of President Joe Biden's administration is to engineer a split in the global auto market. On Tuesday, Washington imposed a ban on the sale and import of connected cars and related technology from China.

by: wwmt

Gov. Whitmer talks infrastructure successes, bipartisan efforts at Detroit Auto Show

Speaking to a crowd of guests Wednesday, Whitmer highlighted the successes of the state's automotive industry, including manufacturers and suppliers investing $40 billion into Michigan, the state's highest concentration of engineering talent and more than 1,000 independent auto suppliers.

by: SFGate

Edmunds highlights the top car-tech trends from CES 2025

We expect Panoramic iDrive will debut in upcoming BMW vehicles in late 2025.

by: MSN

Japan's Magnetic Levitation Cars Could Revolutionize The Automotive Industry

Japan, renowned for its technological innovations, is on the brink of revolutionizing the automotive industry with the development of magnetic levitation (maglev) cars. This groundbreaking technology,

by: Reuters

Michigan governor warns Trump tariffs on Mexico, Canada could harm US auto sector

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer warned on Wednesday that potential 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada suggested by President-elect Donald Trump could harm the U.S. auto sector, increase vehicle prices and benefit China.

by: Reuters

US closes probe into GM Cruise self-driving vehicles over pedestrian risks

U.S. auto safety regulators on Wednesday closed a probe into whether General Motors' self-driving unit Cruise robotaxis were taking sufficient precautions to safeguard pedestrians.

by: Reuters

NHTSA closes probe on 313,101 Daimler US trucks over engine wiring concern

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Wednesday it has closed an investigation on Daimler Truck's 313,101 North American vehicles over an engine wiring concern.

by: Reuters

US engineers decisive split in global auto market

One of the last acts of President Joe Biden's administration is to engineer a split in the global auto market. On Tuesday, Washington imposed a ban on the sale and import of connected cars and related technology from China.
  • Thursday, January 16, 2025

by: Reuters

Car plants in Europe, N. America face closures in 2025, Gartner says in report

Several European and North American car factories are at risk of being closed or sold this year as automobile brands struggle with overcapacity and price competition, research and advisory firm Gartner said in a report on Thursday.

by: CNN

Los Angeles wildfires: As winds ease, officials warn residents 'not out of the woods yet'

As weather conditions improve and firefighters make progress in containing the Los Angeles wildfires, they're contending with dangerous conditions. Follow for live updates.

by: MarketWatch

Your car knows a lot about you. The FTC wants to make sure GM and other carmakers don't take advantage.

U.S. regulators took aim at General Motors and its OnStar unit late Thursday, saying that they had taken their first-ever action related to connected-vehicle data.

by: MSN

Car ownership isn't cool for nearly half of young Americans

When I was growing up, the idea of getting your driver's license and your very own car when turning 16 or 17 was an aspirational fantasy that was etched into our heads by the lived experiences of our older siblings and by the characters on TV shows we watched at the time.

by: MSN

Elon Musk, Who Wants To End EV Subsidies, Is Mad Tesla Was Denied Subsidies

Plus, Trump's Department of Transportation pick wants EVs to pay their fair share, and America's dealer lobby targets direct sales.

by: MSN

Toyota Truck Unit Hino Slapped With $1.2 Billion Fine After Yet Another Diesel Emission Scandal

Good morning! It's Thursday, January 16, 2025, and this is The Morning Shift, your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know.
  • Friday, January 17, 2025

by: ThePrint

Indian Composites Industry Poised for Robust Growth, Expected to Reach $2.8 Billion by 2030 says ICERP

The Indian composites industry estimated at USD 1.8 billion in 2024, is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%, reaching USD 2.8 billion by 2030, according to Stratview Research.

by: Reuters

Automaker group files lawsuit to block US automatic emergency braking rule

A group representing major automakers on Friday said it filed lawsuit to block a landmark rule from the administration of President Joe Biden requiring nearly all new cars and trucks by 2029 to have advanced automatic emergency braking systems.

by: devdiscourse

PM Modi Inaugurates Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, Set to Become World's Largest Auto Show

Bharat Mobility Expo Brings Together Global Leaders, Innovators, and Policymakers to Showcase India's Mobility Vision.

by: MSN

It's Virtually Impossible To Predict Where The Auto Industry Is Heading Next

Tariffs, mergers, new regulations surrounding EVs and China Inc.'s relentless expansion. Where is the auto industry heading in 2025?

by: MSN

Blocked by Police: Towing Drama Unfolds

Towing vans takes an unexpected turn when the tow truck crew encounters police vehicles blocking access. Join the action as they navigate this high-stakes situation.

by: Reuters

NHTSA opens preliminary probe into more than 870,000 GM vehicles

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Friday it was opening a preliminary probe into 877,710 vehicles manufactured by General Motors , after receiving reports alleging engine failure.
  • Saturday, January 18, 2025

by: Advisor

Trump tariffs are the greatest threat facing Canadian economy

Primary metals, food and beverage, chemicals, machinery and aerospace are the domestic economic sectors most exposed to the risk of president-elect Donald Trump's threatened 25% tariff on all Canadian goods sold into the U.S. That's according to a sectoral analysis published Friday by Desjardins.

by: Forbes

It's Going To Be A Bumpy Road To EV Adoption, Study Shows

That study, however comes as EV sales in the U.S. surged in 2024 with predictions by other organizations that trend will continue this year.

by: trains

Panel: Railroads have questions, skepticism about zero emissions

While global transportation transitions to a cleaner future fueled by alternative power sources, North American railroads have fewer good options outside of diesel fuel. "We love diesel; we like to take showers in diesel,

by: Forbes

2025 Will Be An Important Year For Electric Vehicles, Executive Says

A new presidential administration will be less friendly to EVs. But not all is gloomy for EVs, an executive of EV Connect says.

How Technology Can Transform Payment Processing In Auto Transportation

There are ways technology solutions can tame payment chaos in the movement of cars. Here's how these solutions can provide benefits, along with challenges to be aware of.

The article from Forbes Technology Council, published on January 10, 2025, discusses how technology is revolutionizing payment processing within the auto transportation industry. It highlights the integration of advanced technologies like blockchain, AI, and IoT to enhance security, efficiency, and transparency in transactions. Key points include the use of blockchain for secure, transparent ledgers that reduce fraud, AI for predictive analytics to optimize payment processes, and IoT for real-time tracking which aids in dynamic pricing and automated billing. The piece also touches on the benefits of these technologies such as reduced costs, faster transaction times, and improved customer experiences through seamless, automated payment systems. Additionally, it addresses the challenges like the need for standardization, cybersecurity concerns, and the necessity for industry-wide adoption to fully realize these technological benefits.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2025/01/10/how-technology-can-transform-payment-processing-in-auto-transportation/