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KYOTO, Japan, Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ROHM Co., Ltd. has developed 4th-generation 650V IGBTs for automotive electric compressors and HV heaters, as well as inverters for industrial equipment. As automotive-grade 650V-class products, the new IGBTs achieve class-leading* low...
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, Aug 26, 2026 - (ACN Newswire) - Airwheel has unveiled its latest SE3SXD Luxury Suitcase, bringing a new generation of embodied AI technology into the travel experience. Airwheel Advances Embodied AI in Travel with SE3SXD Luxury Cabin Suitcase, a New Generation AI Suitcase Designed as an Intelligent Mobility Companion. As artificial intelligence moves beyond screens and into the physical world, Airwheel is bringing embodied intelligence to one of the most familiar products in everyday travel: the suitcase. With more than 600 patents accumulated globally, Airwheel has spent years developing technologies that integrate electric mobility, intelligent control, connected devices and industrial design into personal transportation products. Its latest flagship, the Airwheel SE3SXD Luxury Suitcase, takes this approach further by combining automated mechanical movement, intelligent interaction and premium travel design in a single 20-inch AI Suitcase. Rather than treating luggage as a passive container, Airwheel is exploring a new role for the suitcase—as an intelligent mobility companion capable of sensing, responding, transforming and moving with its user. Bringing Embodied Intelligence Into Everyday Travel The development of generative AI and AI agents has accelerated the transition from digital intelligence to physical intelligence. While software-based AI can understand information and respond to commands, embodied AI brings intelligence into physical systems that can interact with the real world. Airwheel sees intelligent luggage as a natural extension of this evolution. The SE3SXD combines the functions of a Smart Suitcase, Electric Suitcase, Scooter Suitcase, Cabin Suitcase and Rideable Suitcase, while maintaining the portability and refined appearance expected from premium luggage. Its design philosophy is centered on reducing unnecessary interaction: instead of requiring users to manually assemble or adjust multiple components, the suitcase is designed to transform through a coordinated automated mechanism. With one press of the activation button, the motorized front wheel automatically deploys while the intelligent riding handle rises and locks into position. The transition from conventional luggage to riding mode can be completed within seconds. The concept is simple: one touch, ready to ride. For travelers moving through airports, railway stations, exhibition centers, hotels and other large environments, the system is designed to reduce the physical effort traditionally associated with pulling luggage over long distances. From "Rideable Luggage" to "Intelligent Suitcase" Electric mobility has already changed how people move through cities, but Airwheel believes that simply adding a motor to luggage is not enough. The SE3SXD is designed around a more integrated approach in which mechanical systems, controls and connected software work together. The suitcase can reach a riding speed of up to 9.9 km/h and features a motorized front-wheel system designed to enhance stability during riding. Its intelligent handle uses a straightforward control layout, with the right control supporting acceleration and the left control supporting braking. Operating both controls simultaneously enables reverse movement. The goal is to minimize the learning curve and make the transition from traditional luggage to personal mobility intuitive for new users. Behind the mobility system is a reinforced luggage structure. The suitcase uses an ABS+PC composite body combined with an integrated aviation-aluminum frame structure, providing a balance between durability, structural support and premium design. The SE3SXD supports a maximum load of up to 95 kg, according to Airwheel's specifications. This combination allows the product to serve two roles without compromising either: a practical travel suitcase when being pulled or stored, and an electric mobility platform when riding is appropriate. A Smart Suitcase Connected to the Digital Lifestyle The intelligence of the SE3SXD extends beyond its physical transformation. Airwheel has developed a dedicated smart app compatible with major mobile operating systems, including iOS, Android and HarmonyOS. Through the app, users can access key operating information such as riding speed, mileage and remaining battery level. Riding speed can be adjusted within a 0.1–9.9 km/h range, allowing users to adapt the experience to different environments. The connected platform also provides additional functions, including remote control of the suitcase's mechanical deployment, low-battery notifications, Bluetooth disconnection alerts, cruise control and smart remote operation. Personalization is also built into the experience. The SE3SXD features customizable ambient lighting with eight colors and nine lighting effects, allowing users to create different visual combinations while giving the suitcase a distinctive technology-oriented identity. These features reflect Airwheel's broader approach to smart mobility: technology should not simply add functions. It should make the product easier to understand, easier to control and more naturally integrated into everyday life. Apple Find My Adds Another Layer of Connected Travel For international travelers, keeping track of luggage can be just as important as moving it. The SE3SXD supports Apple Find My, enabling users with compatible Apple devices to locate the suitcase through the Find My network. When the suitcase is within a nearby range, users can also activate a sound to help identify its location. In busy airports, railway stations, hotels and exhibition venues, this connected location capability is designed to provide an additional layer of visibility and reassurance. The suitcase also features a USB output interface, allowing travelers to charge compatible mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets and wireless earbuds while on the move. Together, these capabilities position the SE3SXD not simply as a piece of luggage, but as a connected travel device that integrates mobility, power and digital management. Premium Design in a Cabin-Ready Form Intelligent technology is only part of the experience. For a product designed for frequent travelers, practical luggage requirements remain fundamental. The SE3SXD adopts a 20-inch Cabin Suitcase format with dimensions of approximately 530 × 360 × 236 mm, providing a compact form designed for applicable cabin-travel scenarios. The product uses a 73.26Wh removable lithium battery with a modular structure designed to simplify removal when required for security inspection or transportation. A TSA-compatible combination lock further supports international travel scenarios, while the removable battery architecture provides additional flexibility for transportation and maintenance. The result is a product positioned at the intersection of intelligent mobility and premium luggage—a Luxury Suitcase designed not only around appearance, but also around functionality, connectivity and the changing expectations of modern travelers. Building a Broader Intelligent Luggage Ecosystem The SE3SXD represents the flagship level of Airwheel's intelligent mobility portfolio, but it is part of a broader product strategy. Airwheel's lineup includes models such as the SE3SX Cabin Suitcase, SE3SL+ Airport Suitcase and SE3SL electric suitcase, which combine rideable mobility, smart app connectivity, Apple Find My support and USB charging. The SE3MiniT focuses on lightweight urban and short-distance travel, while the larger SE3T provides additional capacity for travelers carrying more luggage. For families, Airwheel has also developed the SQ3 and SQ3S children's rideable luggage series, extending intelligent mobility into parent-child travel scenarios. Each product serves a different use case, but they share the same underlying development philosophy: bringing intelligent technology into real travel environments rather than treating AI as a purely digital concept. From Luggage to Mobility Companion The suitcase is undergoing the same transformation as smartphones, cars, and smart homes—evolving from passive gear into an intelligent travel partner. Airwheel’s AI Suitcase goes beyond adding smart features; it reimagines luggage as an active participant in the journey. The SE3SXD combines automated movement, electric propulsion, smart controls, connectivity, portable power, and premium design in one compact platform. It doesn’t just follow—it interacts, adapts, and connects with the traveler’s digital life. For Airwheel, this isn’t about smarter luggage—it’s about smarter travel. About Airwheel Airwheel specializes in intelligent mobility, with over 600 global patents across electric transport, rideable luggage, and connected travel products. Its growing lineup of AI, Smart, Electric, and Rideable Suitcases aims to make travel more efficient, connected, and effortless. Media Contact Company: Airwheel Contact: Media Team Email: Jonas@airwheel.net Website: https://www.airwheel.net Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
The global automotive test equipment market is undergoing steady expansion as automakers respond to vehicle electrification, rising software complexity, connected-car technologies, and increasingly stringent quality and safety [read full press release...]
(PR-inside.com) GÖTEBORG, SE / ACCESS Newswire / August 26, 2026 / Smart Eye (STO:SEYE)(OTC PINK:SMTEF)(FRA:SE9) - Strong royalty revenue drives growth Financial highlights April - June 2026 Organic growth amounted to 54% Net sales increased by 53% Organic growth in Automotive 128% Gross margin improved as a result of high growth in royalty income. EBITDA improved by SEK 26.4 million compared to same period last year. Free cash flow improved by SEK 14.1 million. Available cash and cash equivalents, including credit facilities, amounted to SEK 117.7 (93.8) million. Earnings after tax per share were -0.69 (-1.00) and after full dilution -0.69 (-1.00). January - June 2026 Organic growth amounted to 52% Net sales increased ..
TOKYO, Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TIER IV, the pioneering force behind open-source software for autonomous driving, will showcase a solution for software-defined vehicles (SDVs) that integrates AI, data, and computing at Automotive World 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe from...
As drivers search for easier ways to improve the appearance of light scratches and everyday scuffs, this Drivio Nano Scratch Cloth review explores the brand-stated water-activated design, reusable multi-surface positioning, current bundle options, and the pricing, shipping, and refund details buyers are checking before ordering.
San Francisco, California--(Newsfile Corp. - August 25, 2026) - San Francisco Party Bus and Limo has expanded its large-group transportation capabilities through a new partnership with an experienced Bay Area bus provider. The partnership increases the company's capacity to coordinate charter bus rentals, event shuttles, and multi-vehicle transportation for events throughout San Francisco and the greater Bay Area. Wedding transportation is one area where the added capacity...
(PR-inside.com) NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 25, 2026 / Levi & Korsinsky, LLP announces that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:CAR) securities. If you suffered a loss on your Avis Budget Group, Inc. investment and would like to explore a potential recovery under the federal securities laws, Learn about Avis Budget Group, Inc. Class Action or contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or call (212)363-7500 to speak to our team of experienced shareholder advocates. THE LAWSUIT: A class action securities ..
+++ MINI 1965 Victory Edition celebrates the 1965 Monte Carlo Rally victory +++ Special edition available for the MINI Cooper S, MINI John Cooper Works and MINI John Cooper Works Electric +++ Chili Red, Glazed White and starting number 52 reference the historic winning car +++
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - August 25, 2026) - EV Minerals Corporation (CSE: EVM) (FSE: RLC) (the "Company" or "EVM") is pleased to announce the appointment of Guy Bédard as a director of the Company. Mr. Bédard is a Mining Engineer with nearly 40 years leading major underground and open-pit operations across the Americas and West Africa. He was recently General Manager of First Majestic Silver's San Dimas mine in Mexico. Guy was also was GM at Lundin Gold's Fruta del Norte mine...
ESTERO, Fla., August 25, 2026--With Americans keeping vehicles longer than ever and seeking greater reliability and protection from unexpected repair costs, Hertz Car Sales today introduced 100K Mile Protection. This industry-leading protection includes a 3-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty on eligible vehicles at no additional charge and offers substantially longer coverage than the standard warranties offered by many leading competitors*. Combined with one of the largest selections
(PR-inside.com) Gross Margin Expands and Recurring Revenue Exceeds US$1.4 Million as ALPR Market Shifts Toward Governance and Operational Control TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / August 25, 2026 / Route1 Inc. ("Route1" or the "Company") (TSXV:ROI), a provider of technology-enabled services focused on parking operations, public safety and mobility, today announced its financial results for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2026. The three months ended June 30, 2026 ("Q2 2026") reflected lower transactional device and professional-service activity, while several measures tied to the quality and cash characteristics of the business improved. Gross margin increased to 45.2% from 36.5% a year ..