Meta's recent introduction of its personal AI agent, Muse, has renewed interest in AI assistants capable of operating across devices. Unlike conventional AI features tied to individual smartphones, computers or vehicles, personal AI agents use memory, reasoning and tools to understand user needs and maintain personalised experiences across services and devices. DIGITIMES observes that this shift could extend AI agents into vehicles, transforming smart cockpits from standalone in-car systems into connected environments integrated with smartphones, wearables and personal digital services.

Chinese automakers are expanding rapidly in the UK, with their growing presence beginning to influence government policy as well as market competition. Chery's Jaecoo 7 was the UK's best-selling model in September, while Chinese brands' share of the market rose from 15.8% in August to about 23% in September.

Skoda CEO Klaus Zellmer, long seen as one of Volkswagen Group's top-performing brand executives, will leave the company and become president and CEO of Swedish luxury carmaker Volvo Cars no later than October 1, 2027. The surprise move has jolted the global auto industry and adds pressure to Volkswagen Group as it navigates painful transformation and profit warnings.

Foxtron Vehicle Technologies said its overseas expansion is taking shape as exports to New Zealand and Australia enter their final countdown, with a planned Poland factory with ElectroMobility Poland also drawing attention. On September 22, Foxtron Chairman Andy Lee said Europe's strict emissions rules and strong environmental awareness make it a key electric vehicle (EV) market, while localization and shared platforms are central to the company's strategy.