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Yahoo
a day ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Magna to enhance vehicle safety with interior sensing systems
Magna is enhancing vehicle safety with its interior sensing systems, aimed at protecting occupants and improving the driving experience by monitoring various conditions inside the vehicle. These systems have been integrated into five original equipment manufacturer (OEM) programmes across Asia, North America, and Europe over the last eighteen months. Magna's Child Presence Detection (CPD) technology is said to be a main component of these interior sensing solutions and it aims to prevent the tragic incidents of a child being left behind in vehicles. According to Kids and Car Safety, nearly 40 children die in hot cars annually in the US. The company said that its focus on safeguarding "vulnerable passengers" is part of a wider strategy to establish new benchmarks in vehicle safety. Magna's interior sensing systems encompass radars and cameras to offer a safety solution, monitoring attentiveness of the driver, occupancy of the seat, seatbelt usage, crucial signs, and environmental conditions. Cameras track the driver's eye movements and facial expressions to identify the drowsiness or distraction signs, while radar will sense the presence and subtle movements of all occupants, ensuring that children as well as pets are identified and safeguarded. Magna Electronics president Bill Snider said: "Our growth in Child Presence Detection technology directly correlates to a critical industry need—enhancing the safety of all vehicle occupants, especially children. Our interior sensing systems are essential for creating safer, more responsive vehicles by monitoring and analysing occupant behaviour and conditions in real-time. 'These systems help prevent accidents and improve overall vehicle performance to meet the evolving demands of modern mobility. We are committed to advancing these technologies to further elevate safety standards globally." In March 2025, Magna collaborated with Nvidia to develop AI-powered solutions for next-generation software-defined vehicle intelligence and autonomy. For the fourth quarter of 2024, Magna International reported sales of $10.6bn, a two percent increase from the same period in 2023. "Magna to enhance vehicle safety with interior sensing systems" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Hamilton Spectator
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hamilton Spectator
Magna Advances Vehicle Safety Innovation with Integrated Interior Sensing Systems
AURORA, Ontario, July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Magna is redefining vehicle safety with its comprehensive interior sensing systems, designed to protect occupants and enhance the driving experience. Over the last 18 months, Magna's interior sensing systems have either been awarded or begun production on five OEM programs across North America, Europe and Asia, underscoring the vital role of this technology for future drivers. Driven by legislation and safety ratings supporting ADAS, S&P Global forecasts a 3.5 times growth in interior sensor adoption from 2024 to 2032. A key interior sensing solution is Magna's Child Presence Detection (CPD) technology. Magna's CPD technology addresses a critical safety issue: preventing incidents of children being left behind in vehicles. While nearly 40 children die in hot cars every year in the United States, according to Kids and Car Safety, this highlights a critical safety issue that technologies like CPD aims to address globally. Magna's commitment to safeguarding the most vulnerable passengers is part of Magna's broader strategy to set new benchmarks in vehicle safety. 'Our growth in Child Presence Detection technology directly correlates to a critical industry need—enhancing the safety of all vehicle occupants, especially children,' said Bill Snider, President of Magna Electronics. 'Our interior sensing systems are essential for creating safer, more responsive vehicles by monitoring and analyzing occupant behavior and conditions in real-time. These systems help prevent accidents and improve overall vehicle performance to meet the evolving demands of modern mobility. We are committed to advancing these technologies to further elevate safety standards globally.' In addition to CPD, Magna's interior sensing systems integrate cameras and radars to deliver a comprehensive safety solution. These technologies work together to monitor and analyze conditions inside the vehicle, including: By integrating interior cameras and radar systems, Magna provides smarter and more reliable monitoring inside the vehicle. Cameras track the driver's eye movements and facial expressions to detect signs of drowsiness or distraction. Meanwhile, radar senses the presence, position and even subtle movements of everyone onboard. Together, these technologies help keep drivers focused and ensure all passengers, including children and pets, are detected and protected. Magna's innovative approach to interior sensing systems positions the company as a leader in advanced mobility technology, offering scalable solutions that meet and exceed regulatory requirements. For more information on Magna's interior sensing systems and how they are shaping the future of vehicle safety, visit . INVESTOR CONTACT Louis Tonelli, Vice President, Investor Relations │ 905.726.7035 MEDIA CONTACT Tracy Fuerst, Vice President, Corporate Communications & PR │ 248.761.7004 ABOUT MAGNA INTERNATIONAL Magna is more than one of the world's largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team of approximately 167,000 employees across 342 manufacturing operations and 103 product development, engineering and sales centres spanning 28 countries. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape. For further information about Magna (NYSE:MGA; TSX:MG), please visit or follow us on social. THIS RELEASE MAY CONTAIN STATEMENTS WHICH CONSTITUTE 'FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS' UNDER APPLICABLE SECURITIES LEGISLATION AND ARE SUBJECT TO, AND EXPRESSLY QUALIFIED BY, THE CAUTIONARY DISCLAIMERS THAT ARE SET OUT IN MAGNA'S REGULATORY FILINGS. PLEASE REFER TO MAGNA'S MOST CURRENT MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL POSITION, ANNUAL INFORMATION FORM AND ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 40-F, AS REPLACED OR UPDATED BY ANY OF MAGNA'S SUBSEQUENT REGULATORY FILINGS, WHICH SET OUT THE CAUTIONARY DISCLAIMERS, INCLUDING THE RISK FACTORS THAT COULD CAUSE ACTUAL EVENTS TO DIFFER MATERIALLY FROM THOSE INDICATED BY SUCH FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS. THESE DOCUMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW ON MAGNA'S WEBSITE AT . A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Toronto Star
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Toronto Star
Magna Advances Vehicle Safety Innovation with Integrated Interior Sensing Systems
Magna's integrated interior sensing systems are experiencing growing demand from multiple OEMs worldwide Interior sensing systems are essential for comprehensive and responsive vehicle safety while maintaining a positive driving experience Advanced features in Child Presence Detection technology enhance occupant safety, preventing heatstroke in vulnerable passengers AURORA, Ontario, July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Magna is redefining vehicle safety with its comprehensive interior sensing systems, designed to protect occupants and enhance the driving experience. Over the last 18 months, Magna's interior sensing systems have either been awarded or begun production on five OEM programs across North America, Europe and Asia, underscoring the vital role of this technology for future drivers. Driven by legislation and safety ratings supporting ADAS, S&P Global forecasts a 3.5 times growth in interior sensor adoption from 2024 to 2032.
Western Telegraph
3 days ago
- Business
- Western Telegraph
Sainsbury's adds pizza to meal deals as shoppers delighted
Making a change to supermarkets' normal offering of sandwiches, wraps, salad and pasta, Sainsbury's is now offering customers a slice of the Italian dish. Shoppers can now buy the pizza as a snack in the three-piece meal deal combo, which also includes a drink and a main. The pizza is served from Sainsbury's bakery section and can also be bought as a single item for £1.20. Sainsbury's shoppers delighted as pizza added to meal deal Sainsbury's is offering a range of pizza flavours, including Tomato, Cheese and Onion, Tomato and Mozzerella and Red Onion and Cheese. On the Facebook Group, Man Behaving Dadly, one Sainsbury shopper shared their discovery, writing: "Fun fact. Sainsbury's allows you to have a mini pizza as a 'snack' in a meal deal if you don't fancy crisps or chocolate or whatever. I forgot to measure it, but it was easily 8-10 inches long." Reacting to the pizza, one Facebook user wrote: "That's a huge 'snack' to include in a meal deal!" Recommended Reading It looks like Sainsbury's is not the only retailer offering a twist to the meal deal, as one Facebook user shared their experience in the Co-op: "Yeah, a few have some mad stuff in there now, Co-op has Cheese Twists and those pesto tomato orb things." A second user said you can now get ice cream as part of the meal deal on offer at Tesco: "With the Tesco meal deal, you can have an ice cream as a snack at the moment - even the fancy Magnums (Magna?) are included! Happy days." A meal deal from Sainsbury's costs between £3.95 for standard of preimum at £5.
South Wales Argus
3 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Sainsbury's adds pizza to meal deals as shoppers delighted
Making a change to supermarkets' normal offering of sandwiches, wraps, salad and pasta, Sainsbury's is now offering customers a slice of the Italian dish. Shoppers can now buy the pizza as a snack in the three-piece meal deal combo, which also includes a drink and a main. The pizza is served from Sainsbury's bakery section and can also be bought as a single item for £1.20. Sainsbury's shoppers delighted as pizza added to meal deal Sainsbury's is offering a range of pizza flavours, including Tomato, Cheese and Onion, Tomato and Mozzerella and Red Onion and Cheese. On the Facebook Group, Man Behaving Dadly, one Sainsbury shopper shared their discovery, writing: "Fun fact. Sainsbury's allows you to have a mini pizza as a 'snack' in a meal deal if you don't fancy crisps or chocolate or whatever. I forgot to measure it, but it was easily 8-10 inches long." Reacting to the pizza, one Facebook user wrote: "That's a huge 'snack' to include in a meal deal!" Recommended Reading It looks like Sainsbury's is not the only retailer offering a twist to the meal deal, as one Facebook user shared their experience in the Co-op: "Yeah, a few have some mad stuff in there now, Co-op has Cheese Twists and those pesto tomato orb things." A second user said you can now get ice cream as part of the meal deal on offer at Tesco: "With the Tesco meal deal, you can have an ice cream as a snack at the moment - even the fancy Magnums (Magna?) are included! Happy days." A meal deal from Sainsbury's costs between £3.95 for standard of preimum at £5.
