ACEA and Five Top Automotive Groups Jointly Call for Transparency from Avanci in Patent Pool Licensing

2024/07/11
General News
-
-
The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA), together with five top automotive groups, has sent a joint letter to Avanci, a leading patent pool operator for licensing essential 5G technology used in connected vehicles. The letter urges Avanci to enhance transparency regarding the patents included in its program and to adhere to the principles outlined in the EU's draft Regulation on Standard Essential Patent (SEP) licensing. The automotive groups specifically inquire about the assessment of patent essentiality and the determination of fair, reasonable, and non-discriminatory (FRAND) royalty rates. Without prompt adoption of the EU's proposed SEP licensing rules, the automotive sector and others offering connected products and services within the Internet of Things (IoT) will continue to encounter challenges in obtaining licenses for wireless technology on fair and reasonable terms.
Click original text link for more information
ACEA
Hot News
GAC-Huawei Joint Venture Qijing Teases First Shooting Brake Coupe; April Debut Confirmed
Qijing has unveiled teaser images of its first shooting brake coupe, developed jointly by GAC and Huawei. The vehicle features Huawei's Qiankun ADS Level 3 conditional autonomous driving architecture with roof-mounted LiDAR, a low-slung aerodynamic silhouette, and semi-flush door handles. Equipped with an exclusive marque identity, the smart EV shooting brake is scheduled for debut in April with market launch following in June, targeting the premium intelligent coupe segment.
BMW M Electric Performance Models to Debut from 2027 Featuring Quad-Motor Drive and 1,341 HP Output
BMW M has announced its first battery-electric high-performance models based on the Neue Klasse architecture will debut from 2027. Featuring quad-motor independent drive with fully decoupling front axle capability, the vehicles deliver up to one megawatt (1,341 hp) via an 800-volt electrical architecture and over 100kWh Gen6 cylindrical battery. The lineup introduces simulated gear shifts, newly developed soundscapes, and natural fibre construction to reduce CO2e emissions by 40%.
BAIC BJ40 Family Debuts New Range Extender and Fuel Models in Jiaxing, Launches "China Grand Loop" Initiative
BAIC Off-road launched the BJ40 Range Extender Chitu Standard Edition and BJ40 Fuel Giant Screen Edition in Jiaxing, with global pre-sales of the Yueye Flying Edition. Featuring factory customization, BorgWarner TOD intelligent 4WD, dual 15.6-inch floating screens, 835mm wading depth, and 2.5-ton towing capacity, the lineup starts at 150,000 RMB. The event also inaugurated the "China Grand Loop" project and "Wilderness Column" official owner club.
4
Toyota GR Yaris Aero Performance Debuts at Rallye Monte-Carlo with Ogier Limited Edition and Hydrogen Concept
The Toyota GR Yaris Aero Performance debuted at the 2026 Rallye Monte-Carlo featuring six motorsport-derived aerodynamic components for enhanced high-speed stability and cooling. The launch included the limited-production Sébastien Ogier 9x World Champion Edition (200 units globally) and MORIZO RR special edition, alongside the GR Yaris Rally2 H2 hydrogen combustion concept, reinforcing Toyota Gazoo Racing's commitment to transferring racing technology to production vehicles.
5
Mercedes-Benz CLE Facelift Spy Shots Reveal Starlight Headlamps and New 4.0T V8 for AMG Variant
Spy shots reveal the facelifted Mercedes-Benz CLE featuring updated starlight headlamps and revised front fascia while retaining its sleek fastback silhouette and full-width taillights. The cabin maintains the dual-screen configuration with enhanced MBUX infotainment. The flagship AMG CLE 63 will debut a new 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 flat-plane crank engine, while standard models are expected to carry over current powertrains.
6
FAW-Volkswagen Unveils All-New Sagitar S with Dual Powertrain Options; March Launch Confirmed
FAW-Volkswagen has unveiled the new Sagitar S, commemorating the 20th anniversary of the lineup. Featuring a 2688mm wheelbase and full-width tail lamps, the model boasts an 84.2% cabin utilization rate with a 12.9-inch central display. It offers dual powertrains: a 1.5L engine with 6AT for efficiency and a 1.5T EVO2 with 7DSG for performance, reinforcing the brand's compact sedan portfolio.
Copyright © RUNTO TECH LIMITED. All rights reserved.