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Post from July 11, 2025

Post from July 11, 2025

28/2025
Topics at a glance

Under the theme “All-in-glass solutions. One Partner.”, AGC Automotive will unveil numerous high-tech glass innovations at the IAA Summit during IAA MOBILITY in Munich this September. Hyundai has launched the Ioniq 6 N – its second fully electric N performance model. In China, BYD has introduced an autonomous Level 4 parking feature for its “God’s Eye” ADAS. Bentley’s EXP 15 concept offers a glimpse of a luxurious electric GT of the future. Meanwhile, Xiaomi has filed a patent for a novel layered electrode structure for solid-state batteries, and ZF has introduced TempAI – an AI-based temperature monitoring system for electric motors. These are the top headlines from Week 28 of 2025.

Under the theme “All-in-glass solutions. One Partner.”, AGC Automotive will unveil numerous high-tech glass innovations at the IAA Summit during IAA MOBILITY in Munich this September. Hyundai has launched the Ioniq 6 N – its second fully electric N performance model. In China, BYD has introduced an autonomous Level 4 parking feature for its “God’s Eye” ADAS. Bentley’s EXP 15 concept offers a glimpse of a luxurious electric GT of the future. Meanwhile, Xiaomi has filed a patent for a novel layered electrode structure for solid-state batteries, and ZF has introduced TempAI – an AI-based temperature monitoring system for electric motors. These are the top headlines from Week 28 of 2025.

28/2025
Topics at a glance
Exhibition booth with AGC logo, car model, and illuminated display panels.
(c) AGC Automotive

Under the motto “All-in-glass solutions. One Partner.”, AGC Automotive will present a wide range of cutting-edge glass technologies at the IAA Summit in Munich from September 8–12, 2025. At booth B10 in Hall A1, AGC will display market-ready innovations designed to elevate visibility, connectivity, safety, and comfort.

A highlight: the next-generation Windshield Black-band P-polarized HUD, which uses a black-enameled strip across the bottom of the windshield to project information – offering clear visibility even in bright sunlight thanks to its P-polarized coating. Also on display: the FeelInGlass® Reflective Blade, a P-polarized ultra-thin glass component for HUD applications.

With the Panoramic Solar Roof, AGC is showcasing a vehicle-integrated glass roof with embedded solar cells (VIPV) designed to enable plug-free charging both while driving and parked in sunlight.

AGC’s startup Wideye will also showcase three LiDAR integration solutions: a glass trim for roof-mounted LiDAR, a panoramic all-glass roof with LiDAR integration, and a windshield designed for seamless sensor integration.

Blue sports car drifting on a racetrack, kicking up smoke on a sharp curve.
(c) Hyundai

Hyundai has introduced the Ioniq 6 N – its second fully electric N performance model. This four-door coupe is powered by dual electric motors delivering 478 kW (650 hp) peak output, with continuous power at 448 kW (609 hp). With a maximum torque of 770 Nm and Launch Control, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds – a record pace for an electric sedan. Top speed is estimated at 257 km/h, with a projected range of around 469 km. Its 800V architecture allows for ultra-fast 350 kW charging, reportedly enabling 10–80% top-ups in just 18 minutes.

Top view of parked cars in four sections, showing different parking alignments.
(c) BYD

In China, BYD has announced that its “God’s Eye” ADAS system now supports Level 4 autonomous parking – fully automated parking without driver input in certain scenarios. The system operates across three speed modes and can handle complex environments, from narrow garages to high-turnover public lots. BYD assumes full liability for any parking-related damage, including third-party vehicle or property incidents, allowing customers to contact BYD’s customer service directly rather than relying on insurance claims.

Vintage car and modern coupe side by side in a dimly lit industrial showroom.
(c) Bentley

With the EXP 15 concept, Bentley offers a bold vision of an electric luxury GT – a blend of saloon, SUV, and grand tourer inspired by the legendary Speed Six from 1930. The four-door coupe features a unique three-seat layout with asymmetrical doors and a rotating center seat. Highlights include a pop-out champagne cooler, a theatrical “art of arriving” door experience, and air-conditioned picnic seats. Design-wise, it follows five key principles: upright elegance, muscular shoulders, digital light artistry in the grille, and a redesigned falcon-inspired Winged B logo. The cabin merges sustainable materials like wool and 3D-printed titanium with advanced digital interfaces. Technical specs like battery size and power output remain undisclosed.

Electric vehicle battery pack shown in cross-section with technical specifications.
(c) Xiaomi

Xiaomi has filed a patent for a next-gen layered electrode design for solid-state batteries. According to the company, the structure improves ion conductivity and energy density by vertically aligning the electrolyte through the electrode – enabling shorter transport paths and increasing cell volume utilization (up to 77.8%). The technology is said to be compatible with current lithium-ion production lines and may allow for over 1,200 km of range (CLTC), with 800 km recharged in just 10 minutes.

Electric motor with temperature indicators shown on various components.
(c) ZF

ZF has introduced TempAI, an AI-based temperature monitoring system for electric motors that targets thermal uncertainties. The system promises more than 15% improved accuracy in temperature prediction, allowing for optimized use of the motor up to its thermal limit. The result: up to 6% higher peak power, improved WLTP-cycle efficiency, and up to 18% less energy consumption in dynamic driving scenarios. As a fully software-based solution using existing ECUs and requiring no additional sensors, TempAI offers a fast and cost-effective path to mass production. ZF plans to implement the system in its new SELECT platform motors later in 2025.

 

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