Joint ventures, alliances or substantive collaborations; exclude ordinary customer or supplier relationships.
Truck Centers joins Battle Motors’ dealer network in the US Midwest
Truck Centers has joined Battle Motors’ dealer network, adding sales and service for its vocational trucks across Indiana, Illinois and Missouri. The range includes diesel, compressed natural gas and electric models.
Continental Tire selects Atrium for digital roadside service platform
Continental Tire has selected Atrium Solutions as a provider for its digital emergency roadside service platform. The cloud system uses AI, workflow automation and analytics to centralise fleet-service coordination, improve response times and provide visibility into roadside performance.
South African team to test electric minibus taxis in 2023
GoMetro, MiX by Powerfleet, HSW, ACDC Dynamics and Stellenbosch University are forming a project team to test electric minibus taxis in South Africa. Trials near Stellenbosch and a national roadshow will assess operational suitability and support wider taxi-sector electrification.
Global campaign targets improved seat-belt use in commercial fleets
Together for Safer Roads has launched a multi-year campaign with Autoliv and UPS to improve seat-belt use in commercial fleets. The programme will promote operating procedures, introduce a safety scorecard and target 500 fleets across 10 countries by 2030.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ford and Geely to build electric vehicles at Spanish plant
Ford and Geely will form a joint venture to build electric vehicles at Ford’s Valencia plant in Spain. Subject to regulatory approval, operations are due to start in the first half of 2027, with production beginning in 2028.
WEX and NRMA form Australian fuel-card and roadside-assistance partnership
WEX and NRMA will become exclusive fuel-card and roadside-assistance partners in Australia, targeting small and medium-sized fleets. The deal offers discounted services and plans guidance on fuel efficiency, fleet safety and energy-market changes.
Smartcar links six Volkswagen Group EV brands to charging services
Smartcar has launched a live integration with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG covering six brands across more than 20 European markets. Its API provides charging data and remote start/stop controls for smart-charging, demand-response and energy-rewards services.
Wabash expands western US dealer network through Truck Source partnership
Wabash is expanding its western US dealer network through a partnership with Truck Source, giving fleets in the Interstate 5 corridor and Phoenix market access to its trailers, truck bodies, parts, maintenance and warranty support.
LRG GPO joins SourceIntersect and formalises fleet fuel alliance
LRG GPO has joined SourceIntersect and formalised its Fuel Purchasing Alliance, combining negotiated petrol and diesel pricing with route optimisation for small and mid-sized fleets. SourceIntersect says enrolled fleets are achieving fuel savings above 8%.
Targa Telematics partners with Hyundai to integrate vehicle data across Europe
Targa Telematics is partnering with Hyundai Connected Mobility to integrate native vehicle data into its fleet platform across Europe. The agreement supports multi-brand fleet management, maintenance, recovery, claims and EV monitoring without aftermarket hardware.
IntelliShift partners with TruckerCloud to share fleet data with insurers
IntelliShift has partnered with TruckerCloud to make fleet telematics and AI-camera safety data available to insurers for underwriting, risk assessment and pricing. The integration is now available to IntelliShift customers and TruckerCloud’s insurance partners.
University of Oulu expands clean hydrogen and sustainable industry research
University of Oulu researchers are working with energy and heavy-industry partners on clean hydrogen production, industrial decarbonisation and advanced steel research. Projects include solar hydrogen spin-off ZUN-H and expanded collaboration with Outokumpu.
UTAC and Tawazun explore vehicle testing cooperation in UAE
UTAC and the Tawazun Council have signed a Letter of Intent to explore cooperation in vehicle testing, validation and certification in the UAE, including the potential development of a specialised testing centre.
Here and Esri partner to add AI-ready geospatial analytics to ArcGIS
Here Technologies and Esri agreed a three-year partnership to integrate HERE map, traffic and mobility data with Esri’s ArcGIS, creating AI-ready visualisation and analytics tools for live and historical location data. Target sectors include transport, logistics, automotive and public-sector planning.
Eaigle expands AI gate and yard automation deployment with PortCity
Eaigle is expanding its partnership with PortCity to deploy AI-powered gate and yard automation across the logistics provider’s distribution network. The platform uses existing security cameras to automate access checks, identify trailers and containers, and provide real-time yard visibility.
Century Batteries Expands Road Safety Partnership
Century Batteries has extended its partnership with the Australian Road Safety Foundation and has backed a national 2026 road-safety programme focused on battery maintenance, pre-trip checks and electrical systems that support modern vehicle safety technologies.
FEV and Microsoft deploy in-vehicle small language models
FEV and Microsoft have integrated Nvidia‑accelerated small language models into vehicles, enabling offline multimodal voice, text and gesture interfaces and providing local backup for cloud systems to reduce connectivity reliance and back-end costs.
Bosch, Toyota, BMW and Repsol launch renewable-gasoline vehicle pilot
Bosch, Toyota, BMW and Repsol have launched a Spanish real-world pilot using existing passenger cars and fleet vehicles running on 100% renewable gasoline. The project will assess fuel availability, digital tracking and emissions-reduction potential to inform European technology-neutral decarbonisation policy.
Here Technologies and JLR expand EV charging integration
Here Technologies and JLR have expanded an integration linking Here's EV Charge Point with eMSPs, providing real-time charger availability and compatibility data for JLR PHEV and BEV models, across the UK and Europe with roll-out to Australia and New Zealand.
Foton launches local accessories range for Tunland
Foton Australia has partnered with three local specialists and has developed a genuine accessories range for Tunland V7 and V9, and has provided warranty-supported fitment via its authorised retailer network to simplify fleet configuration and deployment.
Technology Innovation Institute Joins Autoware Foundation
Technology Innovation Institute has joined the Autoware Foundation as an industry member and has committed to contributing to open-source autonomous driving and Physical AI development, strengthening international collaboration to advance safe, reliable and scalable autonomous systems.
Manitou and Hangcha inaugurate HM Battery Solutions battery facility
Manitou Group and Hangcha Group have inaugurated their HM Battery Solutions joint venture, a facility specialising in the design, assembly and distribution of lithium-ion battery modules and packs for electric industrial equipment.
UMS and Renault Trucks decade-long mining partnership
UMS and Renault Trucks have formed a decade-long partnership supporting Guinea's bauxite sector; they have deployed 350 Renault Trucks K vehicles and have provided maintenance, telematics and training services to sustain 24/7 ore transport and improve fleet availability.
GMV appoints Freightquip as exclusive ANZ ITS distributor
GMV has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Freightquip for Australia and New Zealand, and Freightquip has been appointed to manage sales, installation and regional support for GMV’s certified onboard intelligent transportation systems across metro, tram and rail networks.
National Highways alliance unveils AI tools and digital twins for roads
National Highways, Cambridge University and industry partners have developed AI pavement assessment, digital-twin and flood-resilience tools for England’s road network, aiming to identify defects earlier, improve maintenance planning and support lower-carbon construction.
Merchants Fleet expands maintenance partnership with Pep Boys
Merchants Fleet is expanding its 30-year relationship with Pep Boys, routing more maintenance work to its locations and increasing collaboration on service delivery, performance management and fleet operational planning.
Tele2 IoT and Lenovo Connect partner on global automotive connectivity
Tele2 IoT and Lenovo Connect have partnered to combine managed connectivity, connectivity management, endpoint management and eSIM capabilities for global IoT deployments, with a particular focus on connected vehicles and automotive customers.
Waymo and Uber end Phoenix robotaxi pilot
Waymo and Uber have ended their Phoenix robotaxi pilot, with Uber saying it has scaled AV operations in Austin and Atlanta, Waymo saying Phoenix vehicles have been redeployed for autonomous deliveries, and both firms have pursued other regional partnerships.
Krone Trailer and BPW Aftermarket agree parts distribution
Krone Trailer has expanded its spare-parts sales by integrating genuine parts into the BPW Aftermarket Group's network, which has provided broader European distribution, improved parts availability and reduced delivery times for workshops, dealers and fleet operators.
CATL, Xiaomi and BMW join global battery standards
CATL has joined automakers and technology firms to launch a unified Battery Circular Design Guide and has set diagnostic, disassembly and remanufacturing standards for passenger and commercial EV batteries; it has also outlined recycling, lifecycle valuation and European infrastructure targets.
Michelin and Platform Science to expand tyre predictive insights
Michelin Connected Fleet and Platform Science have announced a partnership to integrate Smart Predictive Tyre into the Virtual Vehicle platform and have said it has been designed to improve tyre maintenance visibility, reduce unplanned downtime and supply predictive operational data.
Li Auto launches electric SUVs in Macau through dealer partnership
Li Auto has begun selling electric i6 and i8 SUVs in Macau through a regional dealer partnership. The vehicles include modified telematics, dual connectivity cards and software supporting cross-border travel, ahead of the company’s planned right-hand-drive expansion.
Element and Waymo partner on autonomous fleet operations
Element Fleet Management and Waymo have formed a multi-year partnership to support Waymo’s autonomous vehicle fleet operations, starting in San Diego. Element will provide lifecycle management, charging and energy support, maintenance coordination and operational optimisation.
AUTOCRYPT named Elektrobit's exclusive South Korea partner
AUTOCRYPT has become Elektrobit's exclusive business partner for software solutions in South Korea, combining AUTOCRYPT's automotive cybersecurity capabilities with Elektrobit's software-defined vehicle technologies and has announced plans to showcase joint technologies at the 2026 Automotive Innovation Day.
European Commission seeks views on future of Horizon Europe partnerships
The European Commission is seeking feedback on the future of Horizon Europe Joint Undertakings and European Partnerships, ahead of the EU’s 2028–2034 Framework Programme. The consultation covers governance, efficiency, coherence and impact.
Trucker Path integrates CargoNet theft intelligence into truck navigation
Trucker Path has integrated Verisk CargoNet’s cargo-theft intelligence into its commercial navigation platform. The US service overlays county-level risk ratings, stolen-commodity trends and theft methods to help truck drivers and fleets make safer routing decisions.
WEX and TFS launch equipment finance programme for North American fleets
WEX and TFS Financial have launched a financing programme for trucking and transport companies in the US and Canada, giving WEX’s over-the-road fleet customers access to equipment loans through TFS’s lender-matching platform.
CATL and Octopus Energy to build electric-truck battery-swap network
CATL and Octopus Energy will launch a battery-swapping network for electric trucks, starting in the UK next year and expanding to more than 30 hubs across Europe by 2035. The venture aims to support more than 300,000 trucks and reduce charging downtime.
Huawei-GAC Aito GT7 electric shooting brake enters production before launch
Huawei and GAC have begun production of the electric Aito GT7 ahead of its 26 June retail launch in China. The premium model uses Huawei’s Chitu platform, ADS 5 assisted-driving system and laser radar, with production at GAC’s automated plant and pre-orders exceeding 10,000 units.