Kia has officially launched production of the EV4 in Europe, marking the first time the brand will build a fully electric model on the continent. The five-door hatchback is being assembled exclusively at Kia’s AutoLand Slovakia plant, following extensive upgrades to the facility’s production lines. This milestone represents a significant step forward in Kia’s regional electrification strategy. Developed specifically for European customers, the EV4 sits on Hyundai Motor Group’s Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), combining efficiency with dynamic performance.
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August 20, 2025
Bosch and CARIAD have joined forces within the Automated Driving Alliance to build a scalable platform for assisted and automated driving up to SAE Level 3. Their shared mission: to deliver advanced, cost-effective driving functions that are accessible to all and suitable for every vehicle segment. This initiative stands as the only European project advancing automated driving on such a large scale. At the core of this collaboration lies a shared development ecosystem. It enables engineers to efficiently test, validate, and roll out software updates, with short planning cycles and continuous feedback ensuring steady, reliable progress in this complex field.
August 19, 2025
Poland-based DefendEye has announced that its tube-launched, AI-powered autonomous search drone now comes equipped with built-in Starlink Mini satellite connectivity. According to the company, the upgrade ensures “seamless operation in cities, deserts, mountains, or offshore,” enhancing capabilities for search and rescue, public safety, and defense missions.
August 18, 2025
Continental has launched a new line of original equipment tires tailored for driverless vehicles. The aContact family incorporates advanced tire technologies engineered to meet the diverse demands of autonomous fleets. Optimized for robotaxis, shuttle services, autonomous delivery vehicles, and eventually private self-driving cars, these tires will soon debut on public roads in U.S. cities including Las Vegas and San Francisco. The aContact line integrates Continental’s best technologies to address the wide-ranging needs of autonomous mobility—whether in busy city traffic or on closed factory grounds.
August 14, 2025
Robotics Expo & B2B Meetings is an international event dedicated to robotics manufacturing professionals, buyers and suppliers.
August 14, 2025
Drone Expo & B2B Meetings is an international event dedicated to electronics professionals, buyers and suppliers.
August 8, 2025
SolarEdge, a leading provider of smart energy solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with Schaeffler, a prominent automotive and industrial supplier, to roll out EV charging hardware and software across company sites. The initiative aims to install 2,300 charging points by 2030, starting with Schaeffler’s global headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany.
Under the agreement, SolarEdge Technologies will support the deployment of EV charging infrastructure throughout Schaeffler’s European operations.