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PAVE Insight provides a single platform for benchmarking competitors, sizing markets, and forecasting adoption across fleet telematics and the connected vehicle ecosystem.

It connects evidence-based, analyst-verified telematics product intelligence with registration and parc baselines (vehicles newly registered and in operation), so analysis remains comparable across markets, competitors, and time.

Alongside data and forecasts, the platform includes expert-written insights and analysis - so teams can understand what market change means in practice, not just what the numbers say.

Evidence-based coverage is structured in one taxonomy, enabling like-for-like comparisons by product type, function and feature.

Expert insights are grounded in the same coverage and modelling boundaries, so interpretation stays consistent with platform outputs.

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Under the surface, the platform combines specialised capabilities that turn source-traceable, analyst-verified coverage into market intelligence that teams can actually use.

Coverage is anchored to vehicle registration data and vehicle parc data, and organised through a consistent taxonomy, so comparisons remain coherent over time.

Observed datasets and modelled outputs are maintained as distinct analytical layers, enabling traceability and transparent interpretation.

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PAVE Insight is a market intelligence platform for connected mobility teams who need a view of markets they can stand behind.

Every output is grounded in source-traceable, analyst-verified coverage, reviewed against documented sources by PAVE Insight’s research team, and anchored to vehicle registration data and vehicle parc data.

Datasets and outputs are maintained in layers to enable traceability, transparency, and reliable interpretation.

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US trucking supply and demand near balance as July spot rates retreat

US trucking supply and demand moved closer to balance in June as freight volumes eased and carrier capacity increased. Truckload spot rates then fell 2.5% in the week to 24 July, despite a sharp rise in diesel prices.

Truck News7/27/2026

Amerit acquires Kirk NationaLease and Truck & Trailer Parts Solutions

Amerit Fleet Solutions has acquired Kirk NationaLease and Truck & Trailer Parts Solutions, adding 19 repair shops and expanding contract maintenance, mobile service, upfitting and fleet-support capabilities.

Truck News7/27/2026

Aurora signs Value Truck for autonomous freight routes

Aurora has signed Value Truck as a customer for its autonomous trucking service. The carrier will deploy Aurora Driver-equipped trucks on the Dallas–Laredo and Fort Worth–Phoenix freight lanes, adding long-haul capacity while drivers focus on local operations.

Truck News7/27/2026

Cortec corrosion inhibitor assessed for automotive engine testing

Cortec says diesel-engine manufacturers are testing its VpCI-649 BD corrosion inhibitor in cooling systems to protect internal components during hot testing and storage. The product is also being assessed for smaller automotive engines with aluminium components.

Automotive Powertrain Technology International7/27/2026

Arcadis delivers integrated tolling and ITS for Gordie Howe Bridge

Arcadis has delivered the tolling system and integrated ITS platform for the newly opened Gordie Howe International Bridge between Windsor and Detroit. The deployment supports electronic, automated and attended toll collection, transaction processing, traffic monitoring and dynamic lane control.

Traffic Technology Today7/27/2026

Mack and Volvo roll out revised DEF inducement software

Mack and Volvo are rolling out revised DEF inducement software across North American truck fleets. The updates increase the final inducement speed to 25 mph and extend the repair window to 160 hours, with remote updates planned for older vehicles through 2027.

Truck News7/27/2026

Chevin holds fourth EMEA customer conference in Manchester

Chevin held its fourth EMEA customer conference in Manchester, bringing together clients managing more than 38,000 vehicles for FleetWave workshops, product demonstrations and customer presentations.

Chevin7/27/2026

Toyota to become equal owner of cellcentric with Volvo and Daimler Truck

Toyota will acquire a one-third stake in cellcentric, making it an equal shareholder alongside Volvo Group and Daimler Truck. The partners aim to expand hydrogen fuel-cell production and technology for heavy-duty commercial vehicles, subject to regulatory approval.

Truck News7/27/2026

HAAS Alert joins DFRS live road-hazard data-sharing ecosystem

HAAS Alert has become the third DFRS member to share live road-hazard data, following a technical integration with the European Mobility Data Space. The move supports Euro NCAP safety ratings and expands connected safety alerts across Europe.

Traffic Technology Today7/27/2026

ITS Australia and iMove to mark decade of transport R&D collaboration

ITS Australia and iMove will mark ten years of transport R&D collaboration at the ITS Australia Global Summit 2026 in Melbourne. The event will showcase iMove projects and its decade-long contribution to Australian transport research, with more than $100 million invested.

Traffic Technology Today7/27/2026

BYD reveals 2027 Seal 06 with roof-mounted LiDAR sensor

BYD has released images of the 2027 Seal 06, showing a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor and revised EV and DM-i powertrains. Reported EV outputs reach 240 kW, but launch timing, pricing and final specifications remain unconfirmed.

CarNewsChina.com7/27/2026

Ford expands Custom Garage with limited-edition Bronco and more accessories

Ford is expanding its Custom Garage aftermarket business with more accessories, performance packages and limited-edition vehicle releases. Its first vehicle drop is a 1,000-unit Bronco Desert Rising package, as the automaker targets higher-margin customisation revenue.

CNBC7/27/2026

Solidarity Lanes carry 334 million tonnes of Ukrainian trade since 2022

The EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes carried around 226 million tonnes of Ukrainian exports and 108 million tonnes of imports since May 2022. June 2026 figures show the routes remain vital for trade via rail, road and inland waterways, with ongoing efforts to address capacity and border bottlenecks.

DG Move7/27/2026

Typhoon damages BYD China base and delays Da Tang and Ti7 deliveries

Typhoon Noul damaged BYD’s Shenshan industrial base in China, suspending two assembly lines for two days and damaging vehicles awaiting delivery. Production has resumed below normal levels, with deliveries of the Da Tang and Ti7 expected to be delayed.

CarNewsChina.com7/27/2026

Coffs Harbour Pacific Highway section to be renamed Solitary Islands Way

A section of the Pacific Highway through Coffs Harbour will be renamed Solitary Islands Way when the $2.2bn bypass opens. The bypass is expected to remove 12,500 vehicles from the CBD and improve freight efficiency and road safety.

Infrastructure Magazine7/27/2026

Toyota Australia targets fleet needs with multi-powertrain strategy

Toyota Australia is pursuing a multi-powertrain fleet strategy, matching hybrids, PHEVs, BEVs, diesel and hydrogen vehicles to different operating needs. Its HiLux BEV has secured more than 300 orders, including from major industrial and infrastructure fleets.

Fleet Auto News7/27/2026

Eastleigh Council integrates Fleetclear tracking and fleet-safety technology

Eastleigh Borough Council has deployed Fleetclear’s integrated tracking, camera, cyclist-warning, radar and fleet-management platform across more than 50 vehicles, giving managers real-time oversight and faster access to footage and vehicle data.

FleetPoint Telematics7/27/2026

US DOT launches campaign to recruit veterans into trucking

The US Department of Transportation has launched Freedom Haulers, a campaign using digital and radio advertising plus a resource microsite to recruit veterans into trucking. It highlights CDL training support and military-experience waivers.

Truck News7/27/2026

Melbourne’s North East Link tunnels move to fit-out after excavation completes

Tunnelling has been completed on Melbourne’s North East Link, with the twin 6.5km tunnels now moving into fit-out ahead of the planned 2028 opening. The project is expected to remove up to 15,000 trucks from local roads daily.

Infrastructure Magazine7/27/2026

Coles and Evie to deploy fast chargers at up to 30 Australian stores

Coles and Evie Networks will deploy fast-charging sites at up to 30 Australian supermarkets over two years. The first site in Melbourne has four bays using two Kempower dual-plug chargers delivering up to 200kW.

The Driven IO7/27/2026

Smartcar shifts to direct vehicle-data access and deprecates backend SDKs

Smartcar has introduced application access tokens, a standardised vehicle-signal schema, its V3 Signals API and event-driven webhooks. Backend SDKs will enter maintenance immediately and be deprecated on 1 December 2026 as the company shifts customers towards direct HTTP access.

Smartcar Blog7/27/2026

Zeekr adds unlock codes and opt-out after Kazakhstan lockout

After a Zeekr 9X was locked out for more than 30 hours in Kazakhstan, the automaker introduced app-generated unlock codes and promised an OTA opt-out switch for its cross-border restriction system.

CarNewsChina.com7/26/2026

Australia rules out extending fuel-excise relief as petrol prices rise

Australia’s prime minister says the government is not planning to extend fuel-excise relief beyond 2 August, as oil prices rise and petrol prices approach $2 a litre.

The Driven IO7/26/2026

Toyota’s electric HiLux adopts De Dion rear suspension for eAxle packaging

Toyota’s electric HiLux uses a De Dion rigid-leaf rear suspension to package its rear eAxle while retaining payload, durability and rough-terrain capability. The layout reduces unsprung mass but remains less independent and more complex than a live axle.

Fleet Auto News7/25/2026

BMW iX3 long-wheelbase EV targets 919km range in China

BMW’s new iX3 long-wheelbase EV has a 919km CLTC range and 13.6kWh/100km consumption. Built on an 800V architecture, it uses cylindrical batteries and CTP technology, with China pre-sales expected at the Chengdu Auto Show before fourth-quarter deliveries.

CarNewsChina.com7/25/2026

BYD teases 1,008 km electric flagship sedan with five-minute flash charging

BYD has teased the Da Han, a flagship electric sedan expected to offer up to 1,008 km of CLTC range. Its 102 kWh LFP Blade Battery will support Flash Charging, replenishing 10–70% in five minutes, ahead of an expected Chengdu Auto Show unveiling.

The Driven IO7/25/2026

Tesla plans four-stall expansion of Australian Supercharger site

Tesla plans to expand its Euroa Supercharger site in Victoria from six to 10 stalls, install V4 charging technology and add CCTV. Council consultation is open until 11 August, with a decision expected later in 2026.

The Driven IO7/25/2026

Gordie Howe bridge opens to improve Canada-US freight flows

The Gordie Howe International Bridge between Ontario and Michigan has opened, adding direct freeway links, expanded customs capacity and advanced imaging technology. The crossing is expected to save commercial carriers about 850,000 hours annually.

Truck News7/25/2026

Tesla targets self-driving capability for Semi trucks by early 2027

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says autonomous-driving capability will be working on the battery-electric Semi by late 2026 or early 2027. Sensor-equipped trucks have been undergoing public-road testing in California ahead of planned self-driving deliveries.

The Driven IO7/25/2026

Waymo to end exclusive Uber robotaxi arrangement in two US cities

Waymo plans to launch its own robotaxi app in Atlanta and Austin in January 2028, ending its exclusive Uber arrangement while continuing to offer hundreds of vehicles through Uber until at least May 2028.

CNBC7/24/2026

Oil analysis can identify lubricant degradation before transport equipment fails

Lubricants degrade gradually through heat, oxidation, contaminants and mechanical stress. WearCheck explains how oil analysis can detect deterioration early, helping transport operators prevent wear, overheating, deposits and corrosion before equipment failure.

Focus on Transport and Logistics7/24/2026

Daimler Truck opens new used-truck facility in South Africa

Daimler Truck Southern Africa has opened a new TruckStore facility on Gauteng’s West Rand, expanding its used-truck network and offering graded vehicles, warranties and support for transport operators.

Focus on Transport and Logistics7/24/2026

South Africa faces worsening shortage of transport technicians and engineers

South Africa faces a worsening shortage of automotive technicians, engineers and other technical specialists, threatening transport uptime and infrastructure delivery. The article highlights remote diagnostics and connected machinery as ways to use scarce expertise more efficiently, while stressing that technology cannot replace skills development.

Focus on Transport and Logistics7/24/2026

C.H. Robinson faces $604m verdict over fatal truck crash

A Texas jury ordered C.H. Robinson and a motor carrier to pay $604m over a fatal 2021 crash. The verdict renews scrutiny of broker liability and carrier safety-rating standards, while the Transportation Intermediaries Association seeks changes from the FMCSA.

Truck News7/24/2026

Tesla shares slump after negative cash flow and higher project spending

Tesla shares fell 18% in their worst weekly performance since 2022 after second-quarter results showed negative cash flow amid increased spending on robotaxis, humanoid robots and chip manufacturing. The article also covers SpaceX’s planned Starship V3 test flight.

CNBC7/24/2026

$604m C.H. Robinson verdict tests freight-broker liability

A Texas jury has awarded $604 million against C.H. Robinson and other defendants over a fatal truck crash. The verdict follows a US Supreme Court ruling allowing negligent-hiring claims against freight brokers, potentially reshaping carrier-selection liability.

Heavy Duty Trucking7/24/2026

Fleet Forward session to address grey-fleet safety and liability

Fleet Forward Conference will host a session on extending safety oversight to grey-fleet drivers using personal vehicles for business, covering liability, insurance, compliance and cross-functional risk management.

Automotive Fleet7/24/2026

Rush and MCT form US refrigeration-service joint venture

Rush Enterprises and MCT Companies are forming a 50:50 joint venture to operate MCT’s Carrier Transicold dealership and mobile-service network in the US, targeting greater capacity, facility and technician investment, and improved uptime for refrigerated fleets.

Heavy Duty Trucking7/24/2026

Canada’s CRA criticised over trucking personal-services-business audits

Canada’s tax agency is facing criticism from incorporated truck owner-operators and accountants over focused personal-services-business audits, with claims that reviews overlook truck ownership, operating costs and financial risk.

Truck News7/24/2026

InfiMotion debuts as independent global e-drive supplier

InfiMotion Technology has made its global debut as an independent e-drive supplier, outlining its R&D, validation and manufacturing capabilities. The company produces 400V-900V systems and operates manufacturing bases across China, with activities also spanning Europe and Malaysia.

Automotive Powertrain Technology International7/24/2026

Xpeng recalls 33,473 X9 MPVs over air-suspension defect

Xpeng will recall 33,473 X9 MPVs in China from 28 August 2026 after manufacturing defects caused front air-spring leaks in high heat and humidity. The company will replace affected air-spring assemblies free of charge.

CarNewsChina.com7/24/2026

US connected-vehicle rules raise technology supply-chain risks

US restrictions on connected-vehicle hardware and automated-driving software linked to China or Russia are forcing automakers to scrutinise technology provenance, ownership and supplier dependencies. Software restrictions begin for model year 2027, with hardware restrictions following from 2029 or 2030.

IoT Business News Auto and Telematics7/24/2026

Volkswagen cuts 2026 revenue outlook after quarterly profit slump

Volkswagen reported a weaker-than-expected second-quarter operating profit and cut its 2026 revenue outlook to between -3% and 0% year on year. The carmaker cited the end of US production of its ID.4 electric SUV, adverse vehicle mix and rising costs.

CNBC7/24/2026

Geotab accelerates AI plans to support small fleets

Geotab CEO Neil Cawse says rapid AI advances are accelerating the company’s plans to embed AI in its fleet-management platform. The aim is to turn vehicle and operational data into recommendations that give small fleets access to capabilities typically available to large operators.

Fleet Auto News7/24/2026

Fortescue tests electric 150-tonne water truck ahead of Pilbara rollout

Fortescue has tested XCMG’s electric 150-tonne water truck, dozers, graders and wheel loaders, with the first machines due at its Pilbara mines later this year. The company plans a complete electric mining-fleet rollout by 2027 as part of its diesel phase-out.

The Driven IO7/24/2026

Lynk & Co launches 07 GT plug-in hybrid wagon with 523 hp

Lynk & Co has launched the 07 GT plug-in hybrid wagon with up to 523 hp, a 28.3kWh battery and up to 200km of electric range. Higher trims add Nvidia-powered G-Pilot H7 assisted driving with LiDAR, door-to-door navigation and urban NOA.

CarNewsChina.com7/24/2026

North American truck freight rises 15% to $99.7bn in May

The value of truck freight between the United States, Canada and Mexico rose 15% year on year to $99.7bn in May, according to the US Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Total North American transborder freight reached $153.4bn.

Truck News7/23/2026

WTC Group orders Kalmar Ottawa T2 EV terminal tractor

WTC Group has ordered a Kalmar Ottawa T2 EV electric terminal tractor through the iMHZEV grant programme. The vehicle retains the diesel model’s cab controls, enabling operators to switch without additional training.

Truck News7/23/2026

ITE Management acquires NACPC to expand North American chassis platform

ITE Management has acquired NACPC, adding more than 20,000 chassis and expanding its North American leasing platform to over 60,000 assets. NACPC, Milestone Chassis and Trend Intermodal will retain their brands during integration.

Truck News7/23/2026