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Top Transportation Trends for 2026: The Future of Mobility Starts Now
01/15/2026 // Gabe Osorio in: TTI Insights
Explore how EVs, autonomy and connected technologies will shape the future of mobility across automotive and off highway markets in 2026.

Next-Generation Battery Chemistries
12/05/2025 // Murray Slovick in: New Technology
Learn how innovations in EV batteries – like higher energy density – is improving performance, accommodating the needs of range, efficiency and affordability.

Hybrid vs. Full Electric: Engineering the Future of Mobility
10/06/2025 // Gabe Osorio in: TTI Insights
Learn about the resurgence of interest in hybrid electric vehicles, especially regarding component innovation, design challenges and emerging technologies.

Coming Soon: Wireless Inductive Charging for EVs
09/25/2025 // Murray Slovick in: New Technology
Learn the latest about wireless inductive charging – used in the Porsche wireless charging system – which eliminates the need for cables and connectors.

EV Charging Continues To Play Crucial Role in Industry’s Future
01/13/2025 // Gabe Osorio in: TTI Insights
TTI is focused on tracking developments in EV technology and providing connectivity solutions for power storage, distribution, and charging.

Navigating Safety and Regulatory Compliance in Commercial Vehicles: The Role of Electronics
06/14/2024 // Gabe Osorio in: TTI Insights
Staying ahead in the commercial transportation field means staying on top of new technology and partnering with the right electronics and components distribution team.

White Papers

Enabling Mobility Experiences by TE Connectivity This Whitepaper includes a comprehensive data connectivity portfolio for automotive applications. TE Connectivity offers market-leading solutions alongside innovative technologies tailored for advanced E/E architectures.

Side Wettable Flanks by Nexperia This Whitepaper offers leadless packages with the side-wettable flank option across its full product portfolio, including Logic and ESD protection devices, MOSFETs, diodes, and bipolar transistors. Learn more about how Nexperia discrete semiconductor products support a variety of applications. 

Trends in Electric Vehicle Charging Capabilities by Phoenix Contact The growth of the electric vehicle market may feel inevitable: the focus on reducing CO2 emissions, the current political climate, investment by the government and automotive industry, and the ongoing pursuit of the all-electric society all point to a boom in electric vehicles. 

Reducing Emissions Through Electrification by Littelfuse This whitepaper outlines power electronic details on the electrification of heavy-duty vehicles to contribute to reducing emissions in traffic by considering a value chain that consists of energy generation, storage, transportation, and consumption.

Powering the Next Generation of Transportation by Littelfuse Climate change, government initiatives, and technology have converged to increase the penetration of electric vehicles in the market. As of 2020, an estimated 5.5 million electric vehicles (EVs) were on the road with an expectation that by 2025, over 24 million EVs would be in use.

Antennas for Autonomous & Connected Automotive Services by Abracon The global automotive market is experiencing exponential growth projections of $541.73 billion by 2025 – CAGR of 16.4% - forecast period 2019-2025. The main contributions are toward connected vehicles, smart traffic management systems, autonomous vehicles, infotainment applications, real-time vehicle tracking systems and vehicle road safety solutions.

For High-Voltage Interconnects, One Size Does Not Fit All by Aptiv The long-awaited inflection point for electric vehicles has arrived. Consumers are demanding EVs, regulations are tightening, battery prices are falling and OEMs are ramping up manufacturing capabilities.

V2X As A Complete System In The Connected Vehicle by Molex Communication is essential in a connected vehicle. Data must be transmitted quickly and reliably both inside and outside of the car. External communication from the vehicle to other road users and infrastructures i.e. Vehicle to Everything (V2X) currently plays a major role in the development and research of connected mobility

Thermal Management Solutions for Automotive and Mil/Aero by 3M IoT technology can be a two-edged sword. On the one hand as connectivity is integrated into all forms of smart devices, increased performance is a significant benefit, bringing cloud capabilities directly to the users and devices that need them. 

HC-STAK High-Voltage Interconnection Systems by TE Connectivity TE Connectivity’s most recent high-voltage (HV) terminal and connector system the HC-STAK interconnection system is specifically designed to provide a safe and reliable connection between the HV battery and inverter or the power distribution and e-motor.

Optimizing Battery Management in High Voltage Energy Storage Systems by Bourns The rechargeable battery industry has experienced significant growth and is expected to continue to grow in the future. Most of this growth is expected to be propelled by next-generation high voltage energy systems for electric vehicles, and marine and home storage applications that use series connected battery packs. The most popular batteries for these applications are lithium-ion or nickel metal hydride batteries that require battery management systems (BMS) to monitor and maintain the cells in good condition so as to maximize output power.

5G in the Future connected car: How the new mobile standard makes the vision of connected driving become a reality by Molex According to a study by Ericsson, by 2025, there will be 2.6 billion 5G subscriptions, covering up to 65 percent of the world’s population and transmitting about 45 percent of the world’s mobile data traffic. Forecasts also suggest LTE will peak in 2022 at 5.4 billion subscriptions and will decline to 4.8 billion by the end of 2025 as LTE subscriptions migrate to 5G.     

Considerations for Selecting Automotive-Grade Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors in Electric Vehicles by Knowles Choosing the right MLCC for your automotive application involves researching specifications, certifications, pricing and availability, and many other considerations.

Supercapacitors Integrated into Electrified Drivetrains by Eaton The automotive world is becoming more electrified through multiple different systems, including infotainment, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), active suspension and full drivetrains. This is driving a paradigm shift in how we think about the next generation of drivetrains, from small people movers to automobiles to large industrial transport and commercial vehicles.

Specifying Electronic Switching for Commercial Vehicles: 4 Key Considerations by Carling Technologies Over the last number of years, electronic switching components have become the predominant design choice for the electrical systems of passenger vehicles. More recently the commercial vehicle sector of the transportation market has accelerated its migration to this technology. This white paper touches on issues surrounding electronic switching components related to, among other subjects: pricing, manufacturing, haptics, purchasing costs, certifications and regulations, sales and marketing, and business performance.

Eliminating Inefficient and Costly Soldering When Manufacturing Automotive Electronic Systems by Molex  When manufacturing automotive electronic and power systems, mistakes delay time-to-market and can cost thousands in rework, and manufacturers may face substantial damage claims and even lawsuits. That’s why it’s critical to consider the benefits and follow recommended design guidelines of automation-ready, solder-free compliant pin technology. 

The Nervous System of the Connected Vehicle by Molex Human beings are complex creatures: Our brains transmit signals via our nervous systems to our muscles. At the same time, impulses that we perceive through our sensory organs are transmitted by our nerves to our brains. This enables us to communicate, act and react in and with our environment. Autonomous driving works in much the same manner: The car must react to outside influences while simultaneously communicating with its environment.

Insights From Connected Mobility: Introduction To Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI) In The Automotive Environment by Molex One of the key challenges for those working to develop the automobile of the future is one that has existed for more than 100 years: electromagnetic compatibility. All electronic devices have electromagnetic emissions and some of those emissions are intentional (i.e., Wi-Fi transmitter frequencies) while some emissions are unintentional (i.e., energy generated by various electrical components of the vehicle). Together, they make up the “EMI profile” of a device; and, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is the ability of these electronic devices to coexist with EMI without disruptions, interference or other unwanted and undesirable outcomes.

Maintaining Data Protection and Security for the Connected Car
Software updates over the air – handling security gaps ahead of time! by Molex Recently, many hacker attacks on connected cars have made a great stir and challenged the security of such systems. Usually, a wireless connection was used to gain access to the CAN bus, which interconnects many control units within the vehicle. In this way, the remote control was achieved over the brakes, the acceleration, the door lock, the air-conditioning system, the wipers and other functions.

Additional Resources

Designing Safer, More Efficient, and Reliable EV Charging Stations by Littelfuse
This Littelfuse tech article provides info on how reliability, efficiency, and safety are achievable in EV charging station designs. Learn more about Littelfuse circuit protection devices and semiconductors as these products ensure the best EV charging station solutions.

AEC-Q200 Compliant Passive Components Selection Guide by Panasonic
This selection guide showcases the broad range of AEC-Q200 passive components Panasonic has to offer. 

The Evolutions of ADAS Design by Molex 
Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), which aim to increase car and road safety, started out as antilock braking and traction control but have evolved in including advanced capabilities that are viewed as precursors to fully autonomous vehicles. Applications with ADAS, such as seamless integration of mobile devices, collision and obstacle avoidance, lane departure warnings, adaptive cruise control, and more, rely on LiDAR, radar and cameras, as well as advanced positioning technologies.

Electrifying A Movement: Accelerating Hybrid & Electric Mobility In Commercial Transportation By TE Connectivity
Society is demanding cleaner and quieter alternatives to gasoline and diesel-powered engines, and the transportation industry is responding. For years, scientists and engineers have been developing cleaner ways to run cars and trucks. Alternative fuels such as ethanol, biodiesel, natural gas, hydrogen, and propane have been developed and used to move people and goods from place to place. And although it will not be the sole form of clean fuel, the future of transportation will undoubtedly include electric propulsion. From a curiosity, to a rarity, to a reality, electric vehicles (EVs) are clearly on a path to becoming a necessity.

Iveco/CNH Industrial Group Case Study by Panduit
As a major player in global transportation, Iveco/CNH Industrial Group strives to improve the competitive position of its global brands, while behaving as a socially responsible organization. The company needed to reduce the level of pollution produced by its vehicles to comply with the Euro 6 standard, which defines the acceptable limits for exhaust emissions of newly registered road vehicles sold in Europe since September 1, 2014. Read this case study on how Panduit® enables Iveco/CNH Industrial Group to enhance performance of its new Eurocargo truck while complying with the Euro 6 standard.

T599 Tantalum Polyemer Capacitors in Automotive Design - An Application Note from KEMET
A tantalum polymer capacitor is one constructed with a tantalum (Ta) anode, a tantalum pentoxide (Ta2O5) dielectric, and a solid polymer electrolyte. This construction method offers a variety of advantages, including high temperature ratings and stability over temperature, voltage, and time. These characteristics allow tantalum polymer capacitors to meet, and exceed, AEC-Q200 automotive standard requirements.

ITT Cannon Case Study: Customized Connectors
unu needed specialized connectors that fit their unique design specifications and could stand up to the rough handling of busy city riders. ITT Cannon was the natural choice, thanks to its extensive experience in EV charging, a century of connector expertise and global manufacturing capabilities.

Transportation Trends Create Modularity Challenges by Molex
Yesterday’s transportation applications were relatively straightforward. Today, a new technology paradigm is emerging. Vehicle systems are now connected with complex electronics that drive modularization, with a significant increase in the number of engine compartment systems, HMI, radars and cameras that require multiple printed circuit board (PCB) and flex assemblies. These assemblies require connectors with improved signal integrity for speed and robustness in harsh environments.

An Electrifying Future: Electrification Drives New Opportunities for Commercial Vehicles by Kurt Krutsch and Dan Prescott, Molex, LLC.
Connection systems used in commercial vehicles have always needed to provide higher performance under more rugged conditions than those used in passenger cars and light trucks. Now they must also facilitate high-voltage and high-current connection systems safely and robustly. They must also accomplish this without expanding the overall size of the vehicle. Complexity and density abound!

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Connectivity Solutions for Commercial V2V Communications by Mike Gardner, Molex Inc.
It’s now possible for vehicles to communicate with each other—and not by drivers rolling down their windows to shout across to each other. Vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communications systems can improve the safety, efficiency, and productivity of a wide range of commercial vehicles.

New Networks for Commercial Vehicles by Dan Prescott, Molex Inc.
Connectors used in commercial vehicles have always needed to provide higher performance under more rugged conditions than those used in passenger vehicles. Now they must also facilitate advanced networking under harsh conditions, providing all the benefits of high-speed networks as well as greater protection from vibration and fluid ingress.

Connected Vehicle Must be Well-Connected by Rick Nelson, Molex Inc.
It’s no longer just enough to drive from Point A to Point B; you must be entertained, informed, and protected along the way. In order to be connected to your vehicle, your vehicle has to be well-connected.

A Level Approach to Automotive Connectivity by Mike Gardner, Molex Inc.
Consumer demand and the insatiable desire to bring our 24/7 connected lives into our vehicles have automakers scrambling to distinguish their products—and the connector and cabling industry looking at product offerings in new ways.

Transportation & Commercial Vehicle Update presented Honeywell and TTI
Honeywell and TTI team up to tackle a range of topics including air quality, sensors and sensor research, underwater and harsh environments, and more. 

Hydraulic Systems for Faster, Safer Tilting Trains by Eaton
Reduced travel time has always been a major goal throughout the transportation industry. Straight line speed is already maximized and/or limited for either safety reasons or fuel consumption efficiency. Cornering, however, presents an additional challenge to the rail industry.

Medium Voltage Switchgear for a Sustainable Industry by Eaton
Train builders and railway operators must find ways to reduce downtime, increase productivity and enhance safety and security to drive profitability and make the industry more sustainable for the future. The applications of MV switchgear in the rail sector are numerous, but there is a real challenge to ensure that the correct environmental and safety decisions are made regarding its use.

Precision Power Protection and Shock Buffering in a Rail Environment by Eaton
Choosing hydraulic-magnetic circuit breakers for circuit protection can help in making trains safer, more reliable, cost-effective and attractive to travelers, as they perform reliably under the harsh conditions of a rail environment while eliminating nuisance tripping and its associated problems. Jean-Christophe Barnas, senior engineer at Eaton, explains the technology and details the advantages that it offers. 

Remotely Control and Relocate Circuit Protection Function by Eaton
Today train operators must use every opportunity to maximize the appeal and competitiveness of rail transportation. One way of achieving this is to reduce onboard equipment dimensions to increase passenger comfort and seating space. The correct choice of remote breaker reset devices makes this possible, while also improving equipment reliability and reducing maintenance cost.

Space-Saving Benefits of Remote Breaker Resets in Rail  by Eaton
Designers are seeking to delocalize and distribute functions to inaccessible places around the passenger car – in the roof, under the body or in hidden cabinets – to gain extra space. Eaton’s Remote Breaker Reset (RBR) technology provides an opportunity to achieve this, while also guaranteeing circuit breaker reset without disrupting power.

The Science of Fuse Selection in the Rail Industry by Eaton
This overview explains the differences between industrial and rail traction fuse requirements, and how the selection of a rail fuse is more complex. The purpose and application of fuses for both light and heavy rail are examined. Reviewing the fuse selection process for normal operating conditions gives an idea to the electrical protection decision makers of the information they will be asked to provide.

Electrical Power Conversion Solutions for Demanding Rail Applications by Eaton
In this article Bendi Oueini and Guy Gallet of Eaton discuss modern rail power conversion requirements and demonstrate how they are being met with a combination of standard products and innovative design solutions.

Facilitating Technology Upgrades of Electrical Protection for the Rail Industry by Eaton 
The rail industry is highly competitive, and rail operators are under pressure to make their trains safer, more reliable, cost-effective and attractive to travelers. During refurbishment projects, the choice of electrical protection may be a challenge of technology, available space, and type of mounting. Choosing hydraulic magnetic circuit breakers for circuit protection can help in meeting these objectives.

Hydraulic Hoses for Rail Applications Meet New EN 45545 Standard by Eaton
Now that the new EN 45545 standard is published, there are some seismic changes happening in the rolling stock sector. Eaton provides power solutions that meet stringent regulations like EN 45545 and drive the industry towards a sustainable future while minimizing risk and securing rail projects with technical expertise and project management capabilities, plus a broad portfolio of electrical and hydraulic solutions.

Supplier Resource Centers

Amphenol Industrial Rail Mass Transit

Amphenol Advanced Sensors Transportation Sensor Applications

AVX Automotive

Bourns Automotive Market Segments

C&K Switches for Transportation Applications & Off-Road Vehicles Applications

Carling On/Off Highway

EATON Automotive

EATON Vehicles

EATON Rail

Hellermann Tyton Truck/Heavy Equipment

ITT Cannon Transportation

KOA Automotive Solutions

Littelfuse Commercial Vehicle

Ohmite Transporation & Automotive Grade Power Resistors

Panasonic EV Charging Solutions 

Phoenix Contact Automotive industry

Smiths Interconnect Rail Markets

TDK/EPCOS Automotive Magnets