TomTom wins Hyundai sat nav contract
Geolocation technology company TomTom has announced that its maps and real-time traffic data have been chosen by Hyundai Motor Group to support its entire vehicle lineup in Europe. All Hyundai and Kia customers in Europe will now get to use TomTom’s maps supporting their vehicles’ in-dash navigation and level-two automated driving features. Genesis, HMG’s premium […]
ITS (UK) and automotive electronics technology trade body sign MoU
The UK’s Intelligent Transport Systems industry association, ITS (UK), and the Automotive Electronic Systems Innovation Network, AESIN, have signed an agreement to work closely together on the promotion of transport technology solutions. The Memorandum of Association between ITS (UK) and AESIN intends to “form a forum for bilateral cooperation in Intelligent Transportation Systems to support […]
Highways Voices bonus podcast for people heading to the ITS World Congress – a guide to LA
The world’s leaders in Intelligent Transport Systems will be heading to Los Angeles in two weeks’ time for the ITS World Congress, and Highways News will, of course, be there to report with daily Highways Voices podcasts. There is always a danger that people who head to big events end up spending their time in […]
Truss could make motorway speed limits “advisory” and would scrap smart motorways
The person expected to be chosen as the UK’s next Prime Minister says she’s prepared to look at introducing a German-style system motorways with no speed limits, and will get rid of smart motorways because “the experiment hasn’t worked”. At the final hustings in front of Conservative Members before the leadership ballot closes, Liz Truss […]
UK company in mass semiconductor production
With the global chip shortage affecting the ability for transport technology suppliers and motor manufacturers to fulfil orders, a UK-based semiconductor maker has announced the start of mass production of microchips in low-cost plastic encapsulated QFN packages in its UK facility. The majority of semiconductor packaging taking place in large out-sourced assembly and test production […]
National Highways supports campaign to boost recruitment in logistics sector
National Highways is supporting a recruitment campaign to boost applications for roles in the logistics sector. The industry has long had difficulties in attracting and retaining staff, but now Generation Logistics has been launched to help attract, identify and develop a new and diverse generation of talent to fill vacancies industry-wide and future-proof the sector. […]
Microsoft increases ITS commitment by joining ERTICO
Pan-European intelligent transport systems organisation ERTICO has announced that Microsoft has joined its Partnership, saying the technology corporation’s participation adds another important player in the connectivity sector. Microsoft says its mission is “to enable people and businesses worldwide to realise their full potential by creating technology that transforms the ways people work, play, communicate and […]
Vehicle hire company using Teletrac Navman AI solution to deliver real-time data
The vehicle hire provider Reflex has partnered with global telematics technology company Teletrac Navman to use technology it expects will transform its fleet operations. Reflex Vehicle Hire supplies an extensive selection of commercial vehicles to businesses across the UK. Following a successful trial period, the nationwide business is to equip its entire strong fleet of […]
First time exhibitors prepare for JCT Traffic Signals Symposium
With a record number of exhibitors taking part in this year’s popular JCT Traffic Signals Symposium, it stands to reason that new companies will be part of the event, and six are looking forward to joining the exhibition floor for the first time this year. Austar, City Science, INRIX, Messagemaker Displays, ngenius and Starling Technologies […]
Highland Council seeks public feedback on cycling plans
The Highland Council is encouraging members of the public to participate in events designed to get feedback about the proposed designs for a cycle route through Inverness. The project is an extension of the proposed Academy Street improvements for people walking and wheeling. Feedback will be sought on two proposed cycle routes in the city […]