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<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/7046/7071971/bmw-digital-key-plus-android-768x432-(1)-full_normal.jpg" width="1100px" height="619px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> <h6 style="text-align: center;">BMW's Digital Key Plus</h6> BMW&nbsp;的&nbsp;Digital Key Plus&nbsp;功能现在可在多款&nbsp;Android&nbsp;手机上使用，包括&nbsp;Samsung Galaxy S23+&nbsp;和&nbsp;S23 Ultra，以及&nbsp;Google Pixel 7 Pro&nbsp;和&nbsp;Pixel 6 Pro。<o:p></o:p> Digital Key Plus&nbsp;的功能类似于之前的&nbsp;Digital Key，它取代了日常使用中的传统钥匙扣，但它现在包含更多方便的功能。<o:p></o:p> 得意于超宽带技术&nbsp;(UWB)，您不再需要将智能手机放在特定的位置来锁定、解锁和启动汽车。 <o:p></o:p>
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 UWB 是一种低能耗数字无线电技术，具有高带宽，可在保持最大安全性的同时实现非常精确的定位。 UWB 精度还可以消除中继攻击的风险，而其中继攻击是指无线电信号被干扰或拦截的情况。 值得一提的是，自 2021 年初以来，Digital Key Plus 已经可用于兼容 Android 13.1 或更高版本的 Samsung 和 Google 智能手机，但现在也可在 Apple iPhone 上使用。 
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<a href="https://www.caricarz.com/en/news/bmw-digital-key-available-for-iphone-and-android-devices/5343" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">BMW's Digital Key Plus feature</a> is now available on a number of Android smartphones, including the Samsung Galaxy S23+ and S23 Ultra, as well as the Google Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 6 Pro.

The Digital Key Plus functions similarly to the previous Digital Key, in that it replaces the traditional key fob in daily use, but it now includes more convenient features. 

You no longer need to place your smartphones in specific locations to lock, unlock, and start the car, thanks to ultra-wideband technology (UWB).<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">
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<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">UWB is a low-energy digital radio technology with a high bandwidth that allows for very precise localization while maintaining maximum security. <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">UWB precision can also eliminate the risk of relay attacks, in which the radio signal is jammed or intercepted.

For the record, Digital Key Plus has been available for compatible Samsung and Google smartphones running Android 13.1 or later since early 2021, but it is now also available for Apple iPhones. <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">
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According to BMW, the next stage of development for Digital Key Plus will be to provide the full range of comfort access functions on Android devices.<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">
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<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17359/15202622/conversions/autonomous-cars-blog-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15202622" alt="autonomous-cars-blog-(1).jpeg"> As the tech matures, carmakers are rethinking how they talk about driver-assistance tech. In fact, the term “<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/09/new-laws-needed-to-support-development-of-autonomous-vehicles-loke" target="_blank">autonomous driving</a>” is quietly disappearing, replaced by more careful language like “assisted driving.”The shift reflects growing regulatory pressure and a heightened focus on safety. In showrooms, salespeople now refer to these systems as “L2-level assisted driving” and make it clear that drivers must stay attentive.Meanwhile EV brands have toned down their promotion of self-driving features, choosing instead to spotlight comfort, cabin space, and in-car entertainment.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17359/15202623/conversions/Autonomous-Driving_final-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15202623" alt="Autonomous-Driving_final.jpg"> This adjustment comes after new rules from <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/china-bans-autonomous-driving-beta-tests-remote-parking-and-ota-updates" target="_blank">China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology</a> (MIIT), issued on April 16 where automakers are now barred from using misleading terms about autonomous capabilities.The updated regulations follow a tragic accident on March 29 involving a Xiaomi SU7 using Navigation on Autopilot killing three students. This has resulted in brands now needing to disclose any system limitations or safety risks.In the aftermath, Xiaomi heeding the government directive revised its marketing -&nbsp; “Autonomous driving” was dropped and replaced with “assisted driving” from the SU7’s product page.The company also renamed its systems - Pilot Pro is now “Xiaomi Assisted Driving Pro,” while HAD became “end-to-end assisted driving.” <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17359/15202624/conversions/Self-drive-thumbnail-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15202624" alt="Self-drive-thumbnail.png"> Other manufacturers have taken similar steps. Mentions of <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2022/08/the-future-of-safety-and-drifting-autonomous" target="_blank">autonomous driving</a> have been removed with companies like NIO, XPeng, Li Auto and Avatr - all current systems fall under the L2 category and require full driver control.Additionally, some brands have gone a step further by introducing new insurance coverage. XPeng now offers “ADAS insurance” to cover accidents linked to its driver-assistance systems.&nbsp;Huawei’s Aito M9 however, still promotes its ADS features, but now with clearer disclaimers stating the tech is merely supportive, not self-driving.At the recent Auto Shanghai 2025, top brand executives acknowledged the need for better communication. Huawei’s Yu Chengdong stressed that drivers must stay alert at all times while XPeng’s He Xiaopeng has abandoned the phrase “autonomous driving” in favor of “intelligent assisted driving.”Now as the industry’s messaging evolves, adopting more measured language is becoming crucial to better reflect current capabilities especially as rules tighten to place more focus on transparency, responsibility and rebuilding consumer confidence. Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://carnewschina.com/2025/05/06/autonomous-driving-out-assisted-driving-in-chinese-automakers-adapt-to-stricter-regulations/" target="_blank">CarNewsChina</a>

Carmakers are quietly retiring the term “autonomous driving” amid safety concerns and regulatory scrutiny.

Autonomous No More? Carmakers Are Rethinking This Term

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17243/15153043/download-(4)-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15153043" alt="download-(4).jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Leading OEM detailed its advanced new range extender systems for EVs this week, and they're called electric Range Extender (eRE) and electric Range Extender + (eRE+).</h6> Leading German OEM <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/coming-soon-brake-by-wire-systems-by-zf-brembo" target="_blank">ZF</a> unveiled its new and advanced range extender systems for electric vehicles (EVs). Called electric Range Extender (eRE) and electric Range Extender (eRE+), both critically boast support for 400-volt and 800-volt architectures. This also means that both eRE and eRE+ systems can integrate with components like e-motors, inverters, and gearsets. Moreover, the eRE+ system featured an added clutch and differential, thus boasting the capability of doubling up as a secondary drive.“The new interest and the increased demand for range extenders shows that the potential of this technology is far from exhausted – in particular for model platforms that are already designed for battery-electric drivelines," expresses ZF via a press release. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17243/15153045/download-(2)-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15153045" alt="download-(2).jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17243/15153047/download-(3)-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15153047" alt="download-(3).jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Not only scalable, both new eRE and eRE+ systems were built to be compatible with both 400-volt and 800-volt architectures.</h6> For automakers, these new range extender systems by ZF boasts several major benefits. Key amongst which is how it enable automakers to streamline development efforts by allowing them use this tech to build on existing battery-electric vehicle (BEV) platforms.Besides reducing costs and complexity, as well as development time and cycles, these systems also enable automakers to adopt smaller batteries, which in turn boosts both affordability and compliance with emissions legislations.Effectively, both eRE and eRE+ systems developed by ZF helps tackle a host of EV adoption barriers, thus making electric driving more practical and appealing. These systems achieve so by reducing range anxiety by extending EV driving distances. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17243/15153048/download-(1)-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15153048" alt="download-(1).jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">ZF says it will begin mass-producing these systems starting next year (2026).</h6> “Although the all-electric range of passenger cars is around 500km on average, range anxiety still influences a wide range of buyers when choosing their next vehicle,” argues ZF regarding range anxieties stemming from the current crop of BEVs.Moreover, both eRE and eRE+ systems are designed to be scalable to better support a diverse array of vehicle architectures. These also promise to be ideal solutions for areas where charging infrastructure is limited or scarce.ZF says it will begin mass producing both eRE and eRE+ systems starting next year (2026). Concurrently, the firm also emphasised its commitment towards sustainable mobility through the introduction of these new range extender systems.

ZF unveils advanced new eRE and eRE+ range extender systems for both 400-volt and 800-volt EV architectures.

ZF Unveils Advanced Range Extender Systems For EVs

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Robotics has made substantial progress in the auto industry since Honda's Asimo and Toyota's musical robots a decade ago. Chery of China has recently unveiled a remarkably lifelike humanoid robot. <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/new-chery-omoda-c3-revealed-as-global-small-car-offering" target="_blank">Chery International, the parent company of OMODA &amp; JAECOO</a>, publicly introduced the AiMOGA Robot, the first embodied intelligent humanoid within the Chery brand's smart ecosystem, deployed for the first time in a Malaysian dealership, specifically at the JOYSTAR 4S center in Kuala Lumpur.
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Some people might not appreciate dealing with salespeople while purchasing a car since, let's face it, some of them can be really pushy at times. Well, robots may eventually take the place of pushy salespeople in the future. 
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 <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> <iframe frameborder="0" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/0QEY_kThRjY" width="640" height="360" class="note-video-clip"></iframe> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">

 <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">There comes the AiMOGA, a life-size female robot that greets visitors, explains car features, offers drinks, and assists with test drive scheduling. Her gentle, amiable demeanour made it seem less like a machine and more like a helpful host.<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">
Named Mornine, the humanoid utilizes "CheryGPT" and DeepSeek AI to understand and respond to natural language effectively. Equipped with bionic limbs, it can walk and gesture. Its appearance includes stylish blue sunglasses and a streak of blonde hair.
<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17231/15147528/Photo-3-(6)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15147528" alt="Photo-3-(6).jpg"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">
 <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Chery also displayed Mornine at the prestigious 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, where it drew substantial interest from industry professionals and the general public. She seamlessly integrates artificial intelligence, robots, and automotive technology, providing a futuristic peek of how customer service in automobile dealerships may change globally.

Chery has unveiled Mornine, an AiMOGA robot slated to function as a sales consultant in car dealerships.

Meet Mornine, A Robot Car Salesperson Of The Future

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17208/15131633/conversions/BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-1-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15131633" alt="BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-1.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">One of the more interesting showcase came from BMW and its Vision Driving Experience concept demonstrator pictured.</h6> Not one to be drowned out by the sea of new metal shown by local Chinese automakers, German premium marque <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/bmw-asia-achieves-record-q1-2025-sales-up-13-yoy" target="_blank">BMW</a> stood out at Auto Shanghai 2025 earlier this week with its BMW Vision Driving Experience concept showcase.Designed for developmental efforts and not intended for production, the Vision Driving Experience sees BMW debut its <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/next-gen-bmw-ix3-teased-neue-klasse-superbrains-detailed" target="_blank">new ‘Heart of Joy’ control unit</a> here. Notably, said tech will be primed across all production-bound versions of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/bmw-neue-klasse-evs-in-china-will-use-huaweis-harmonyos-next" target="_blank">Vision Neue Klasse concepts</a> - namely&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/03/bmw-vision-neue-klasse-x-unveiled-new-concept-previews-future-suv-designs" target="_blank">this</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/09/bmw-vision-neue-klasse-concept-previews-future-production-evs" target="_blank">this</a>. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17208/15131669/conversions/BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-6-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15131669" alt="BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-6.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17208/15131670/conversions/BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-9-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15131670" alt="BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-9.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17208/15131673/conversions/BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-10-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15131673" alt="BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-10.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">This concept demonstrator performed several 'stunts', including this feat climbing a steep 13-metre ramp - effecively a 'wall'.</h6> The high-performance test vehicle pictured was designed to push said control unit to its limits. To do that, BMW elected to have its test-drivers to perform several demonstrations, a key highlights amongst which being a climb up a steep, 13-metre ramp – effectively a wall.When paired with the BMW Dynamic Performance suite in this concept,&nbsp; the Heart of Joy control unit sees the drivetrain, charging, regeneration (energy recuperation), as well as driving dynamics functions, are all combined into one single and very powerful unit. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17208/15131688/conversions/BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-14-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15131688" alt="BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-14.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Brimmed with special active aerodynamics, this demonstrator generated F1-like downforce of up to 1.2 tonnes and later forces in excess of 3 Gs.</h6> In the concept demonstrator mentioned, the Heart of Joy control unit is also paired with special active aerodynamics that delivers up to 1.2 tonnes downforce and up to 3 Gs of lateral force – similar forces generated by a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/11/f1-max-verstappen-wins-4th-consecutive-world-title-in-las-vegas" target="_blank">Formula 1</a> racecar.That, and perhaps German marque’s rather outlandish 18,000 NM e-motor output claims, ought to explain how this demonstrator was able to effectively climb the wall mentioned earlier. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17208/15131708/conversions/P90595353_lowRes_bmw-vision-driving-e-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15131708" alt="P90595353_lowRes_bmw-vision-driving-e.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">At the centre of it all was the demonstrator's 'Heart of Joy' control unit - an all-in-one 'superbrain' of sorts.</h6><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17208/15131709/conversions/P90595356_lowRes_bmw-vision-driving-e-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15131709" alt="P90595356_lowRes_bmw-vision-driving-e.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17208/15131710/conversions/P90595352_lowRes_bmw-vision-driving-e-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15131710" alt="P90595352_lowRes_bmw-vision-driving-e.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Visually, the Vision Driving Experience concept also stood out thanks to its lively made using light-sensitive colour-shifting paint.</h6> Lastly, the Vision Driving Experience concept demonstrator also wore a special livery crafted using light-sensitive paint that ‘recharges’ when light is present. It can also change colour in the dark according to the state of charge, adds BMW.Demonstrator aside, BMW also showcased the production prototype of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/09/bmw-vision-neue-klasse-concept-previews-future-production-evs" target="_blank">Vision Neue Klasse concept</a> at Auto Shanghai 2025.Said nameplate’s first production model, reported to be the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/03/bmw-vision-neue-klasse-x-unveiled-new-concept-previews-future-suv-designs" target="_blank">new iX3 EV SUV</a>, debuts later this year, whereas an <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/bmw-i3-neue-klasse-teased-completes-winter-testing-in-sweden" target="_blank">electric 3 Series successor</a> comes after in 2026. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17208/15131711/conversions/BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-16-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15131711" alt="BMW-Vision-Driving-Experience-Concept-New-16.jpg">

BMW Vision Driving Experience concept stuns at Auto Shanghai 2025 with wall-climb stunt to showcase new ‘Heart of Joy’ control unit.

Auto Shanghai 2025: BMW Vision Driving Experience Stuns With Wall-Climb Feat

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17145/15094664/mercedes_eqs_steer_by_wire_test_mule-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15094664" alt="mercedes_eqs_steer_by_wire_test_mule.jpg"> 

Mercedes-Benz will be the first German automaker to introduce a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/upgraded-2025-lexus-rz-gains-yoke-steering-simulated-gears" target="_blank" style="">steer-by-wire system</a> in the much upgraded Mercedes EQS next year, joining a growing number of automakers adopting this technology. 
<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">
Steering-by-wire systems replace the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels with an electrical connection. This allows for quicker reactions and greater feedback. 


<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17145/15094665/25c0094_020-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15094665" alt="25c0094_020.jpg"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">
 <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">For example, the steering can be adjusted to become quicker at slower speeds, making actions like parking easier.
Since full lock can now be achieved with fewer turns of the steering wheel, Mercedes has replaced the traditional wheel with a flat-bottomed yoke, similar to the one found in the Lexus RZ, one of the first cars sold in Europe with a steer-by-wire system.<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">
<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17145/15094666/mercedes_steer_by_wire-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15094666" alt="mercedes_steer_by_wire.jpg"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">

But that's only part of the package. The German automaker claims that the new design will not only enhance knee room and visibility of internal displays but also facilitate easier entry and exit for passengers. <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">
Additionally, the firm stated that the design establishes a more intuitive connection to the rear-wheel steering setup present in their high-end vehicles, like the S-Class and EQS sedans. 
<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17145/15094667/25c0094_019-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15094667" alt="25c0094_019.jpg"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">
 <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">The elimination of the physical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels by the steer-by-wire system virtually removes the feedback from rough road surfaces, it says.<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">For added safety and peace of mind, the setup includes a second set of sensors and wires, allowing drivers to steer the car even if the main steer-by-wire system fails.
<span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17145/15094668/25c0094_013-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15094668" alt="25c0094_013.jpg"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">“Steer-by-wire is another big step towards the mobility of tomorrow, and we’re proud that we will be launching such a system in 2026,” said Mercedes tech boss Markus Schäfer.

Mercedes-Benz will debut steer-by-wire in the upgraded EQS next year, replacing mechanical steering with electrical.

Mercedes-Benz Joins Yoke Trend With Steer-By-Wire In The Upcoming EQS Facelift

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17122/15087817/conversions/65880-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15087817" alt="65880-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency.jpg"> Hyundai Motor Group pulled the wraps off its next-generation <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/11/first-look-hyundai-santa-fe-hybrid-max-ckd-7-seat-hybrid-suv-previewed" target="_blank">hybrid powertrain</a>, raising the bar for both performance and efficiency. The new system promises a smoother, smarter, and more refined drive for future models.At the heart of it is a clever new transmission that pairs two electric motors with a range of engines, striking the right balance between power and fuel savings no matter the car size.The P1 motor kicks in for engine starts, battery charging, and a bit of extra push when needed, while the P2 motor takes care of driving the wheels and regenerative braking. Together, they make shifts smoother and the ride quieter.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17122/15087822/conversions/65869-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15087822" alt="65869-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency.jpg"> This setup can be matched to engines that span from the low-100 PS range all the way up to mid-300 PS, making it viable to be used in small cars right up-to big SUVs, and still deliver strong performance and great efficiency.The first engine to get the new treatment is a 2.5-litre turbo hybrid, using a smart over-expansion cycle that tweaks how air and fuel mix in the cylinder for better fuel economy and cleaner power.Hyundai also reworked the pistons and added a triple-range fuel injection system to make combustion quicker, smoother, and more efficient.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17122/15087839/conversions/65868-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15087839" alt="65868-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17122/15087840/conversions/65870-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15087840" alt="65870-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency.jpg"> The transmission itself now uses Active Shift Control and the P1 motor to speed up gear changes and cut down on vibrations when the engine kicks in - making the whole drive feel more polished. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17122/15087855/conversions/Large-65556-2026PalisadeHybridCalligraphy-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15087855" alt="Large-65556-2026PalisadeHybridCalligraphy.jpg"> This powerplant equipped In the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/12/second-gen-hyundai-palisade-debuts-as-marques-new-flagship-suv" target="_blank">all-new Palisade</a>, hits a consumption range of 14.1 KM/litre and has a power output of 334 PS with 460 NM of torque - all while being 45% more efficient.There’s also a new 1.6-litre turbo hybrid in the mix, offering better torque and about 4% more fuel efficiency than before, making it both quick and frugal.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17122/15087841/conversions/65872-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15087841" alt="65872-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17122/15087842/conversions/65871-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15087842" alt="65871-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency.jpg"> Hyundai also introduces advanced electrification features like e-AWD, Stay Mode, V2L, and Smart Regenerative Braking, bringing hybrid models closer to EV-level versatility and driving confidence.e-AWD uses a rear-mounted P4 motor to boost traction and acceleration, while e-Handling 2.0 and e-EHA 2.0 improve cornering stability and emergency steering by precisely managing torque between front and rear motors.e-Ride 2.0 improves comfort by using motor control to reduce pitch and bounce when crossing speed bumps, offering a smoother, more controlled ride. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17122/15087843/conversions/65873-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15087843" alt="65873-HyundaiMotorGroupUnveilsNext-generationHybridSystemDeliveringaNewStandardinPowerandEfficiency.jpg"> Stay Mode lets the car run in-cabin systems like air-conditioning and media for up to an hour without starting the engine, while a reservation feature uses the nav system to prep the battery before arrival.As for V2L, it delivers up to 3.6 kW to power external devices, whether the engine is running or not. While Smart Regenerative Braking and Hierarchical Predictive Control optimize energy recovery and fuel efficiency using navigation data.Production of the new system has begun for the new Palisade hybrid, with plans to expand it across more Hyundai and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/01/driven-kia-ev9-gt-line-awd-6-seater-charged-korean-behemoth" target="_blank">Kia models</a>, including a rear-wheel-drive variant in 2026.&nbsp;It was also announced, Hyundai’s premium arm <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/11/genesis-to-be-assembled-in-kulim" target="_blank">Genesis</a> will also adopt the tech for <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/1500-km-ev-battery-and-next-gen-fast-charging-headlines-catl-tech-day" target="_blank">future luxury hybrids</a>.

Next-gen Hyundai hybrid powertrain delivers smarter efficiency, smoother shifts, and electric-like versatility.

Next-Gen Hyundai Hybrid Powertrain Promises EV-Like Efficiency

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17092/15076822/conversions/img-update01-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15076822" alt="img-update01.jpg"> Vehicles in this day and age are ever-evolving - unlike cars from the '90s, as modern vehicles now have the potential to get better than when they first left the showroom thanks to over the air (OTA) updates and hardware upgrades.One example of this shift comes from Huawei. The company now offers older M9 SUV owners a chance to upgrade their vehicles at the factory, fitting them with new hardware like Lidar sensors, millimetre-wave radars, and satellite communication systems — all to match the latest 2025 specifications.Xpeng Motors is taking a different but equally ambitious route. It introduced a crowdfunding program that allows owners to replace the older Qualcomm 820A chip with the more powerful 8295 version, along with a RAM upgrade, bringing new life to older models.But as hardware upgrades become more common, the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/from-l0-to-l5-straightforward-adas-terms-needed" target="_blank">legal framework hasn’t fully caught up</a>.&nbsp;According to CarNewsChina, Attorney Ren Chuanzhi points out that adding hardware falls under the category of vehicle modification, but the rules are still unclear when it comes to tech-focused components like sensors and chips. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17092/15076823/conversions/thumb-(4)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15076823" alt="thumb-(4).jpg"> At the heart of this change lies a question few are asking: where exactly is the line between a modification and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/china-bans-autonomous-driving-beta-tests-remote-parking-and-ota-updates" target="_blank">an OTA update</a>? Some might argue that OTA refers only to software upgrades while physical changes like adding Lidar or new cameras are modifications. Yet anyone with a background in car tuning knows even software tweaks aimed at enhancing performance have long been considered modifications too.This uncertainty also affects accident liability. If upgraded hardware alters a vehicle’s behavior, figuring out whether the responsibility lies with the manufacturer, the installer, or the owner can become a legal puzzle.Cost is another key factor. The price gap between a base model and a fully upgraded version can be as high as RMB20,000 yuan (RM12,000). In many cases, it might actually be smarter to choose the high-spec version at the time of purchase rather than upgrading later. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17092/15076824/conversions/ota_intro-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15076824" alt="ota_intro.png"> According to Professor Zeng Xin, hardware upgrades are rarely as simple as swapping out parts. Behind the scenes, manufacturers have to conduct rigorous testing, system tuning, and compatibility checks to make sure everything runs safely and smoothly.For hardware-based OTA to reach its full potential, the industry will need clear regulations, standard liability rules, and car designs that are built to support future upgrades.Professor Zeng also believes automakers should be transparent with upgrade announcements so owners can make better-informed decisions. As this trend grows, the challenge will be to strike a balance between pushing innovation forward and ensuring consumer protection. Source:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://carnewschina.com/2025/04/18/hardware-ota-the-controversial-future-of-vehicle-upgrades/" target="_blank">CarNewsChina</a>

OTA: cars now have the potential to evolve, improve, and even outperform their original specifications.

OTA: Blurred Line Between Modification and Evolution

<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/production-ready-renault-5-turbo-3e-bows-with-536-hp-and-1980-unit-run" target="_blank">https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/production-ready-renault-5-turbo-3e-bows-with-536-hp-and-1980-unit-run</a><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17087/15065252/conversions/HorsePowertrain-FutureHybridConcept-1-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15065252" alt="HorsePowertrain-FutureHybridConcept-1.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Horse Powertrain unveils the new Future Hybrid Concept modular powertrain that can be fitted in dedicated EV architectures.</h6><a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/06/renault-and-geely-finalises-horse-powertrain-jv-to-produce-ices" target="_blank">Horse Powertrain</a>, a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/geely-star-wish-bows-in-bims-2025-first-look-at-proton-emas-5" target="_blank">Geely</a>-<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/03/production-ready-renault-5-turbo-3e-bows-with-536-hp-and-1980-unit-run" target="_blank">Renault</a> powertrain venture, has unveiled its latest hybrid powertrain setup, cordially known as the Future Hybrid Concept. Featuring a modular setup, this compact hybrid powertrain concept is designed to hybridise battery-electric vehicle (BEV) platforms, thus transforming them into a hybrid vehicle (HEV) or even a range-extender EV (EREV).The Future Hybrid Concept comprises an internal combustion engine (ICE), a single electric motor, and a transmission, which have been packaged into a small and modular setup. Horse Powertrain claims the modularity will enable automakers to “meet changing customer demand” and eliminate the need for multiple platforms across different powertrain types.Besides the main ICE component and the electric motor, the Future Hybrid Concept also comes with a controller, an inverter, a DC/DC converter, and an on-board charger with an 800-volt booster for fast charging capabilities.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17087/15065274/conversions/HorsePowertrain-FutureHybridConcept-2-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15065274" alt="HorsePowertrain-FutureHybridConcept-2.jpg"> Dive deeper into the ICE component of the Future Hybrid Concept, Horse Powertrain said the engine “has been designed to be used and operated anywhere in the world,” featuring a pre-chamber ignition system that supports a wide range of fuels, including petrol, E85 ethanol flex fuel, M100 methanol, and even synthetic fuels.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17087/15065323/conversions/Caricarz-MBA-Geely-Galaxy-E5-Tour-ProtonCoE-29-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="15065323" alt="Caricarz-MBA-Geely-Galaxy-E5-Tour-ProtonCoE-29.jpg"> In terms of real-world applications, the firm claims the Future Hybrid Concept can be used in many situations, where it can serve as a range extender to the existing BEV powertrain setup. Alternatively, it can also be used to work as a parallel hybrid system, as it can be configured with its own transmission and driveshafts.As for its layout, the Future Hybrid Concept comes with a conventional transverse layout, which suggests that it will be primarily used in a front-engine, front-wheel drive (FWD) setup. On top of that, the setup has also been designed to have a ‘slimline’ top and wider profile at the bottom, thus ensuring its compliance with any global crash test standards out there.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17087/15065325/conversions/2026-MercedesBenz-CLA-20-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15065325" alt="2026-MercedesBenz-CLA-20.jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/17087/15065324/conversions/Renault-Symbioz-ETech-Hybrid-2-full.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="15065324" alt="Renault-Symbioz-ETech-Hybrid-2.jpg"> Given its concept form, it might take some time before we see the Future Hybrid Concept being used in any Geely or Renault models. Beyond its parent companies, Horse Powertrain also says its new hybrid concept system can be adopted by any OEM brands out there.“For over a decade it looked like battery electric vehicles were the only path to net zero, and OEMs planned accordingly. However, we’re now shifting towards a technology-neutral world, with different markets and applications each pursuing their own sustainable mobility journey,” said Horse Powertrain CEO Matias Giannini.“Through our innovation, we can deliver a full hybrid powertrain system that seamlessly integrates onto a battery electric vehicle platform. This compact, integrated powertrain concept allows OEMs to offer powertrain diversity with minimal disruption to the production process and resource expenditure,” Giannini added.

Horse Powertrain unveils the new Future Hybrid Concept modular powertrain that can be fitted in dedicated EV architectures.

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