Author: Joshua Morris

UK-based charge point operator Zest said it will install electric vehicle (EV) chargers at 20 additional Central Co-op locations, expanding its long-term partnership with the British grocery chain. The move follows successful charger deployments at six Central Co-op sites across the Midlands, Lancashire and East Anglia. Under the partnership, Zest funds, installs and operates the charging infrastructure, typically offering chargers with power outputs between 30 kW and 120 kW. The facilities are designed for Co-op customers to use while shopping. Existing sites include Wirksworth, Shelton Lock, Wildwood, Hambleton, Hethersett, and Thornton-Cleveleys. See also: Portsmouth Partners with Zest to Launch Over…

Charge point operator BP Pulse said it will extend its partnership with Transport for London (TfL) until at least 2029, continuing efforts to expand and upgrade London’s public fast-charging network for electric vehicles. The partnership, first established in 2018, has led to the installation of more than 150 fast chargers across multiple London boroughs. Since then, the two partners have been implementing a phased upgrade programme to replace older units with new charging technology. See also: BP Pulse and Moto Partner to Roll Out 300 High-Powered Electric Truck Chargers Across UK Motorways by 2030 BP Pulse said that the first…

Isuzu Motors will provide its ERGA EV autonomous bus for demonstration tests in Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, from October 2025 to January 2026, the company said. The vehicle will make its world premiere as a reference exhibit at the Japan Mobility Show 2025, held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 30 to November 9. The demonstration is part of a collaborative effort to advance digital transformation in regional transportation through autonomous mobility, involving Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Chuo Kotsu, Mitsubishi Corporation, Aisan Technology, and A-Drive. Isuzu previously conducted Level 2 autonomous driving tests using an ERGA diesel bus along the same…

Ford Motor said on Thursday it is prioritizing production of its gas-powered and hybrid F-Series trucks as it works to recover from financial and operational setbacks caused by a fire at an aluminum supplier’s plant in New York. Production of the all-electric F-150 Lightning remains on hold at the company’s Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn, Michigan. The decision follows a September 16 fire at Novelis’ aluminum plant in Oswego, which severely damaged its hot mill and disrupted Ford’s supply chain. Novelis expects the facility to resume full operations by December 2025. The setback has forced Ford to focus on…

Pando Electric, a provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for multifamily properties, has launched Pando Canopy, a wireless mesh system designed to maintain consistent connectivity for EV chargers without relying on WiFi or cellular networks. The system is included with all Pando Gen2 installations at no additional cost. The Canopy mesh network operates locally through a self-healing, peer-to-peer architecture, enabling chargers to share data and maintain functionality even in areas where internet access is limited, such as underground garages or large parking structures. Users can charge vehicles offline, with data automatically syncing to the cloud once connectivity is restored.…

Stellantis has delayed the launch of the all-electric Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio to 2027, extending the life of their gasoline-powered predecessors as the automaker adjusts its EV rollout strategy. Alfa Romeo CEO and Maserati COO Santo Ficili confirmed the delay during a presentation for the updated Tonale SUV, according to a report from Motor1. The next-generation Giulia and Stelvio were initially scheduled to debut in 2026 as fully electric models built on Stellantis’ new STLA Large platform. See also: Maserati May Base Future Quattroporte, Levante on Alfa Romeo’s STLA Large Platform The postponement will allow Alfa Romeo to refine…

General Motors (GM) announced plans to introduce “eyes-off” driving in 2028 on the Cadillac Escalade IQ, enabling drivers to take their eyes off the road on highways in North America. The system represents a significant evolution of GM’s existing Super Cruise hands-free technology. Unlike Tesla’s camera-only approach, GM’s system will integrate lidar, radar, and cameras for perception. Sterling Anderson, GM’s executive vice president of global product, emphasized the importance of the multi-sensor approach, stating: “The evolutionary analog doesn’t work here… Why do we have multiple modes? And why have we somehow managed to fuse them? And you don’t think you…

The European Alternative Fuels Observatory (EAFO) has released its first-ever dataset on public charging infrastructure for heavy-duty vehicles across the European Union, reporting a total of 1,512 charging stations currently in operation. Of these, 1,369 locations are designated for mixed use—serving both heavy and light commercial vehicles—while 143 stations are exclusively available for heavy-duty vehicles. EAFO’s data focuses on charging stations rather than individual recharging points, a distinction that may refer to entire charging sites with multiple outlets. See also: Germany Opens First Public Megawatt Charging Point for Electric Trucks Germany leads the EU with 479 stations, followed by Sweden…

Ford is introducing a new edition of its electric crossover, the 2026 Mustang Mach-E GT California Special, marking the first time the California Special style package has been applied to an electric vehicle. The package draws on the Mustang’s heritage while giving the Mach-E its own identity in the EV lineup. “There is something about the idea of the California spirit that has always been associated with the Mustang brand, and now Mustang Mach-E joins as part of the family,” said Kristen Keenan, Ford’s color and material designer. See also: Ford Mustang Mach-E Ranks High in Customer Loyalty, Data Shows…

Kempower has deployed a decentralised 2.4 MW charging system at ASKO’s Vestby depot, marking the first megawatt-capable commercial truck charging installation in Norway. The setup includes two MCS and four CCS charging points, allowing trucks to charge on-site with power dynamically distributed across the six chargers. Each MCS column can deliver up to 1.2 MW, while CCS chargers provide up to 560 kW. The facility is also designed to accommodate public on-the-move truck charging in the future. See also: Kempower and EO Charging Install Over 300 Electric Bus Charging Points Across UK ASKO aims to fully electrify its fleet of…

Lyft and Tensor have announced plans for a strategic partnership to introduce Tensor’s NVIDIA-powered Robocar as the first consumer autonomous vehicle designed for integration with Lyft’s rideshare network, according to a joint statement from both companies. The collaboration aims to allow owners to monetize their vehicles on the Lyft platform, while Lyft itself has reserved hundreds of Robocars for future fleet operations. The initiative marks a significant shift in vehicle ownership models by enabling consumers to deploy their personally-owned autonomous vehicles for rideshare services without being physically present. The Tensor Robocar will come “Lyft-ready” from the factory, allowing owners to…

Honda said it has made an additional investment in California-based AI startup Helm.ai to accelerate the development of next-generation autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) for its future vehicle models. The partnership, which began in 2019 under Honda Xcelerator, Honda’s global open innovation program, aims to integrate Helm.ai’s artificial intelligence and Deep Teaching™ technology into Honda’s ADAS platforms. Honda intends to apply the new systems to key electric and hybrid vehicles in North America and Japan around 2027. See also: Helm.ai and Honda Join Forces to Advance Autonomous Driving AI Mahito Shikama, Operating Executive at Honda, said the…

Oshkosh Defense LLC, a unit of Oshkosh Corporation, presented its Family of Multi-Mission Autonomous Vehicles (FMAV) at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting & Exposition, showcasing production-ready platforms intended to support U.S. Army modernization efforts. The FMAV portfolio includes three variants: Extreme (X-MAV), Medium (M-MAV), and Light (L-MAV), each built on established tactical vehicle platforms. The vehicles are designed to provide scalable autonomy, payload flexibility, and enhanced operational capabilities in complex environments. See also: Overland AI Joins U.S. Army Program To Advance Autonomous Maneuver Capabilities The X-MAV features a heavy-duty chassis capable of carrying payloads such…

Seyond Holdings, a leading LiDAR technology company, has received approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) for its proposed listing in Hong Kong, marking a major step toward entering the public markets. According to an announcement published Tuesday on the CSRC website, Seyond plans to list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange through a merger with special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) TechStar Acquisition Corporation. The firm intends to issue no more than 190,240,000 ordinary shares as part of the transaction. See also: LiDAR Maker Seyond Expands Customer Base With Major Chinese Auto Group Deal Founded in 2016, Seyond —…

Ford has filed a patent for an electronic vehicle driving method and system that could feature in its future electric models, according to documents published on October 14, 2025. The filing, originally submitted on May 10, 2023, under serial number 12441240, outlines a speaker-based feedback system designed to enhance driver awareness in electric vehicles, which are quieter than traditional internal combustion models. The patent describes how the system would use a vehicle’s speakers and display to provide real-time alerts when wheel slippage occurs or when the vehicle exceeds preset speed thresholds. It would monitor each individual wheel, allowing for more…

Arcfox, the electric vehicle unit of Beijing Automotive Group (BAIC Group), has begun pre-sales for the updated Alpha T5 SUV, marking a significant milestone as the brand’s first model to offer both battery electric vehicle (BEV) and extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) variants. The company announced that pre-orders for the all-new Alpha T5 are now open, with pre-sale prices starting at RMB 123,800 ($17,340). Arcfox is offering six variants during the pre-sale phase — two EREV and four BEV models. The EREV versions are priced at RMB 123,800 and RMB 135,800, while the BEV options are listed at RMB 126,800, RMB…

Stockholm-based Candela is bringing its vision of waterborne urban commuting to the United States, staging a week-long demonstration of its electric flying boats on the Potomac River near the Swedish Embassy in Washington D.C. The event, which begins on October 17, marks the U.S. debut of Candela’s hydrofoil technology. The company will offer media test rides using its C-8 vessel to showcase how its upcoming P-12 electric shuttle could transform city travel by allowing passengers to “fly” above the water’s surface. See also: Candela Electric Hydrofoil Completes Intercontinental Crossing Without Emissions The P-12, Candela’s flagship commercial ferry, uses computer-controlled hydrofoils…

Australia Post has announced the deployment of 500 new three-wheeled electric delivery vehicles, the Rapide 3, as part of its ongoing effort to electrify its national fleet and improve delivery efficiency. The new vehicles will be rolled out across the company’s parcel delivery network in the coming months. Manufactured by Taiwanese company Gaius Automotive, the Rapide 3 is a purpose-built electric trike designed for logistics operations. It can reach speeds of up to 80 km/h and travel as far as 180 kilometres on a single charge. Each vehicle can carry up to 200 kilograms or approximately 150 small parcels, representing…

The municipality of Maribor has expanded its electric bus fleet with the addition of four new 9.5-meter IVECO BUS E-WAY midibuses, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable mobility as part of European Mobility Week. The new vehicles complement the existing E-WAY fleet already operating in the city, marking a key milestone in Maribor’s efforts to reduce emissions and promote cleaner urban transport. Each midibus is fully accessible and can carry up to 64 passengers. The new units will serve lines P7, P17, and P19, joining a growing fleet that now totals 14 electric buses across five zero-emission routes. The expansion also…

Archer Aviation has acquired Lilium GmbH’s portfolio of roughly 300 advanced air mobility patents for €18 million, strengthening its position in next-generation electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) technology. The purchased patents cover innovations in ducted fans, propeller systems, high-voltage systems, battery management, flight controls, electric engines, and aircraft design. The acquisition adds to Archer’s existing patent holdings, bringing the company’s total to more than 1,000 worldwide. See also: Archer Aviation Joins U.S. Electric Air Taxi Pilot Program Adam Goldstein, Archer’s founder and CEO, said the acquisition would accelerate the company’s product development. “Lilium’s pioneering work advanced the frontier of…