Editor’s note In today’s rapidly changing world of transportation, exciting new technologies are transforming how we move. Wide bandgap semiconductors are making electricvehicles more efficient and powerful, while LiDAR technology is bringing us closer to the reality of self-driving cars by improving navigation and safety. As morepeople turn to electric vehicles, sensors play an essential role in keeping the charging process safe and reliable. Automotive security is also getting a boost fromAEC-Q200 standards, ensuring that vehicles can handle even the toughest conditions. Tackling electric vehicle range anxiety is another key step in making thesecars safer and more appealing, and CAN bus systems help keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Together, these innovations are shaping a smarter,safer future for everyone on the road.
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Wide bandgap semiconductors are reshaping the transportation world
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