Industry & MarketsMicroVision Debuts Configurable Lidar Perception Platform at IAA 2026
MicroVision unveiled a modular lidar Perception Platform at IAA 2026, signaling a move toward configurable sensing architectures for automakers.
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Industry & MarketsVWCV Puts Fleet Uptime Front and Center with Connect Pro at IAA 2026
VWCV will center its IAA 2026 exhibit on Connect Pro, a fleet-focused connected services platform built around uptime and predictive maintenance.
Industry & MarketsNissan Rethinks Japan Production With Three-Hub Strategy Amid Currency Swings
Nissan plans a three-hub Japan production setup targeting around one million vehicles a year, citing export resilience and yen volatility as key drivers.
Industry & MarketsLeapmotor B03X Hits European Market at €24,900, Targeting Compact EV Rivals
Leapmotor B03X launches in Europe at €24,900 with 382 km WLTP range and 16-minute rapid charging, taking on compact EV rivals.
Industry & MarketsStellantis and UQI Robotics Unveil Box-on-Wheels Concept at IAA
Stellantis and UQI Robotics showcase a Box-on-Wheels autonomous delivery concept at IAA, testing whether China's models fit European conditions.
Industry & MarketsNissan Revives Pixo Nameplate for New A-Segment Electric City Car
Nissan confirms the Pixo name for its new A-segment all-electric city car, with a September milestone looming in Europe's crowded compact EV market.
Industry & MarketsForvia Hella Debuts iPDM and EnergyCore Power Solutions at IAA 2026
Forvia Hella unveils iPDM and EnergyCore at IAA 2026, with the iPDM's fail-operational design keeping safety-critical fleet functions alive during electrical faults.
Industry & MarketsFAW Trucks Brings Five Models to IAA Transportation 2026, Highlights 1,000 A Charging
FAW Trucks exhibits five models at IAA Transportation 2026, featuring 1,000 A CCS2 and Megawatt Charging to boost Europe's heavy EV shift.
Industry & MarketsFord Bets $1B on Kentucky Paint Shop as Part of Broader $5B Investment
Ford invests $1B in a new paint shop at its Kentucky Truck Plant, part of a $5B commitment covering EVs, battery storage, and traditional production.
Industry & MarketsStudy Shows Truck Safety Systems Can Prevent Pedestrian Collisions
A study finds truck ADAS can achieve 100% pedestrian emergency braking, potentially accelerating calls for mandatory safety tech in commercial vehicles.
Industry & MarketsRenault's Niagara Pickup Aims at Latin America, Marking First Big Step for futuREady Strategy
Renault's Niagara pickup, built in Argentina for Latin American buyers, becomes the first large-scale proof of its futuREady strategy beyond Europe.
Industry & MarketsHonda Xcelerator Invests in Iron Nitride Magnet Developer, Betting on Rare-Earth-Free Motors
Honda Xcelerator backs a developer of iron nitride magnets, aiming to reduce EV motor reliance on rare-earth materials and gain supply chain leverage.
Industry & MarketsHyundai Motor India Accelerates Electrification with 600 DC Fast Chargers and Affordable EV
Hyundai Motor India plans 600 DC fast chargers nationwide and a mass-market EV, boosting India's electric mobility ecosystem.
Industry & MarketsAptiv's Smart Camera Hits Mass Production, Targeting Euro NCAP Standards for Chinese NEV
Aptiv's smart camera enters mass production for a Chinese NEV maker, aiming to meet Euro NCAP safety standards and testing Tier 1 supplier influence.
Industry & MarketsVerra Mobility's AI Tool Cuts Fleet Compliance Delays by 80%
Verra Mobility says its new AI title and registration system trims fleet delays by 80%, as compliance lag gets treated as lost revenue.
Industry & MarketsToyota Fuel Cells Power Scania's Hydrogen Truck Trial Across Europe
Scania and Toyota launch a 40-truck hydrogen fuel cell trial in European logistics, testing real-world performance under the Pilot Partner programme.
EV NewsChina's New 5-Year Plan Targets 70% Plugin Vehicle Sales by 2030 — Already Hit 61% in August
China's latest 5-year plan aims for 70% plugin vehicle sales by 2030, with August already seeing 61% — far ahead of the US.
Batteries & ChargingAustralia's EV Charging Problem Isn't Just Fast Chargers — Pole and Gully Solutions Exist
Urban EV charging needs more than fast chargers. Street pole and gully charging offer practical solutions for inner-city residents without private parking.
Industry & MarketsXpeng's First Right-Hand-Drive G9L Rolls Off the Line, Heading to Australia
Xpeng's first right-hand-drive G9L SUV leaves its Guangzhou plant, destined for Australia and 64 other markets as the brand expands globally.
Classic CarsBarn-Find 1967 Dodge Polara: A Solid Mopar Project Base
A 1967 Dodge Polara project car is listed as solid despite its rough appearance. A potential affordable Mopar restoration base for patient enthusiasts.
EV NewsMinnesota Regulators Block New Gas Plant, Push Utility to Explore Cleaner Options
Minnesota regulators rejected Minnesota Power's new gas plant request and ordered the utility to keep studying reliable, lower-cost alternatives.
Batteries & ChargingWindrose Electric Trucks Begin Sydney–Canberra Freight Runs in Australia
Windrose's first electric trucks have landed in Australia, where they will run freight between Sydney and Canberra with around 600 km of range.
EV NewsEnvironmental Groups Take TVA to Court Over Cumberland Coal Plant Emissions
Environmental groups sue TVA over alleged Clean Air Act violations at its Cumberland coal plant, citing missed federal requirements to protect nearby Tennessee communities.
Industry & MarketsChina Sets Ambitious Goal: New Energy Vehicles to Hit 70% of Passenger Car Sales by 2030
China's new five-year NEV plan targets 70% of passenger car sales and 40% of commercial vehicle sales to be new energy vehicles by 2030, with autonomous vehicles also set for large-scale deployment.