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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.
Managing Following Distance to Prevent Rear‑End Crashes
IntelliShift has deployed AI dash cams and telematics that have detected following‑distance violations in real time, have provided in‑cab coaching and driver scoring, and have enabled fleets to document incidents for insurers, reducing rear‑end crashes and associated costs.
ZF Group India Secures Three Automotive Test-System Orders
ZF Group India has secured three orders from independent testing agencies for battery, tyre and e-axle systems, and has emphasised local manufacturing under the Make in India initiative while aligning with India's regulatory framework.
Ouster Rev8 lidar approved for BABA funding
Ouster has confirmed that its Rev8 lidar family has complied with the Build America, Buy America Act, enabling federal funding eligibility for deployments of its BlueCity traffic management platform and sensors in United States infrastructure projects.
Chery offers lifetime battery warranty for Rhino NEVs
Chery has introduced a lifetime warranty for first owners of Rhino-equipped new-energy vehicles, has covered batteries, motors and control units, and has pledged vehicle replacement for thermal-runaway damage to comply with China’s GB38031-2025 safety standard.
CATL Choco-SEB network reaches 2,000 stations
CATL has announced that its Choco-SEB battery swap network has reached 2,000 operational stations across 31 provinces and 180 cities, has expanded highway construction and Hong Kong deployments, and has set a 3,000-station target for year-end 2026.
EU projects target hybrid-electric regional aircraft by 2035
Four EU-funded projects have developed hybrid-electric propulsion, high‑voltage electrical systems and integration plans and have prepared a flight demonstrator for testing, with entry into commercial service targeted for 2035.
Avatr obtains L3 autonomous driving test licence
Avatr has obtained an L3 autonomous driving test licence and has submitted a listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, while it has delivered 6,912 vehicles in May 2026, a 37.8% year-on-year decline.
China shifts sodium-ion battery supply towards coal carbon
Chinese manufacturers have shifted sodium‑ion hard‑carbon production from coconut biomass to domestic anthracite coal to secure local supply, raise yields and cut costs, and have started volume deployment in budget vehicles and grid storage.
GMV to develop GNSS interference monitoring methods
GMV has been awarded a European Commission contract and has been tasked to develop and validate advanced methods for characterising GNSS interference, including fusion of terrestrial sensors and LEO satellites, with simulation and experimental validation over 18 months.
Volvo L90 Electric tested in 24/7 production
Norgips has tested the Volvo L90 Electric in continuous production and has found it has met operational needs for capacity, operator comfort and operating economy, with charging carried out during work cycles and no return to diesel operation.
BMW iX5 SUV with 845 km WLTP range to arrive in 2027
BMW has unveiled the iX5, a large electric SUV with an 845 km WLTP range from a 141 kWh battery, 800 V architecture and up to 460 kW charging, and has confirmed Australian deliveries in Q1 2027.
CATL–Ford US battery plant begins production
CATL and Ford have commenced production at a US battery plant under a technical licensing agreement, having navigated scaled-back investment, political scrutiny and policy shifts; the facility has completed trial cell production and has scheduled first automotive deliveries for 2026.
Trimble introduces AI for MEP estimating
Trimble has introduced AI for MEP estimating, automating takeoff setup and object recognition; contractor data has shown manual task time has fallen by up to 60% and the capabilities have been released in North America and the UK.
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.
Tramigo tracking upgrade in response to 2G network phase-out
A New Zealand vehicle owner has used a Tramigo tracker for more than ten years and has acquired a 4G model as operators have begun phasing out 2G; he has emphasised battery longevity and alarm integration as key factors.
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.
Challenges of Powered Trailers for Electric Vehicles
Startups have introduced powered trailers with onboard batteries and motors to assist EV towing, but analyses have identified limitations regarding charging logistics, base camp charging, compatibility with other trailers and long-term cost and battery-technology trajectories.
AI dash cams detect distracted driving in real time
Fleet operators have deployed AI dash cams that have detected distracted driving in real time, have delivered in-cab coaching alerts, and have contributed to incident reductions and to evidence used in insurance and risk management.
CATL opens direct online store for storage cells
CATL has launched CATL Mall, an online direct-sales platform offering small-batch energy-storage cells to small and medium integrators, has lowered minimum order thresholds and has positioned the channel as supplementary to large-scale contracts.
GMV showcases PitIA anomaly detection at TDWI Munich
GMV has presented PitIA at the TDWI Conference in Munich and has outlined an explainable, unsupervised anomaly-detection platform that has converted industrial telemetry into operational insights and has supported virtual sensors, event-level monitoring and continuous model adaptation.
CATL and peers differ on sodium‑ion battery timelines
Manufacturers have disagreed over sodium‑ion timelines: CATL has stated readiness for immediate vehicle use, while rivals have urged a five‑year supply‑chain maturation. Firms have committed capital and capacity expansions, and global distribution has been deferred to 2027.
Thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries
The article has explained the mechanisms, causes and mitigation of thermal runaway in lithium‑ion batteries, and has outlined industry measures, regulatory focus and technological developments aimed at reducing incidents and limiting escalation in electric vehicles and large energy storage systems.
TIES unveils 314Ah and 588Ah liquid-solid cells
TIES has unveiled 314Ah and 588Ah liquid-solid-state cells, has outlined manufacturing adaptations to permit scaling with limited equipment changes, and has secured supply-chain agreements to support commercial deployment of large-format LiFePO4-carbon cells.
CATL forecasts up to 20,000 EVs with sodium batteries
CATL has accelerated its lithium-sodium strategy and has forecast 10,000–20,000 EVs to be equipped with sodium-ion batteries in 2026; it has announced initial domestic deliveries from September and has projected cost parity with lithium-ion by year-end.
Momenta files for HKEX IPO after listing hearing
Momenta has passed its HKEX listing hearing and has filed listing materials, has reported 2025 revenue of 2.41 billion yuan and a 3.46 billion yuan net loss, and has outlined plans to use proceeds for R&D and robotaxi expansion.
BHP and Rio Tinto trial battery-electric haul trucks
BHP and Rio Tinto have begun trials of two Caterpillar Cat 793 XE battery-electric haul trucks at BHP's Jimblebar mine, and the trials have produced operational data to assess dynamic in-motion charging and scalability for large-scale deployment.
CATL redesigns cells to reduce under-floor battery thickness
CATL has redesigned vehicle cell components and patented a thinned terminal zone to reduce under‑floor battery thickness for low‑slung performance cars, and has reported increased installations and profitability amid substantial R&D investment.
China's solid-state standard cuts equipment valuations
China has issued GB/T 43568-2026, has redefined solid-state battery classifications and has exposed prior equipment demand assumptions, prompting reassessment of manufacturing capital allocations and reducing near-term need for specialised all-solid-state production lines.
Zijin builds electric haul trucks with swappable batteries
Zijin Mining has deployed about 300 self-built LK220E electric haul trucks with swappable 776 kWh batteries, has trialled fast-charge and automated swapping systems, and has reported reduced energy use and high operational uptime at several mine sites.
CATL launches Tener sodium-ion energy storage system
CATL has launched the Tener sodium-ion energy storage system, has provided modular capacity above 30MWh, has demonstrated a 15,000-cycle lifespan and 25–30-year durability, has shown wide-temperature and safety improvements, and has announced mass-production and global-rollout plans.
FAW Jiefang tests sodium-ion battery in heavy-duty truck
FAW Jiefang has completed testing of a heavy-duty truck with a 339 kWh sodium-ion battery, which has retained over 90% usable capacity at −40°C and has supported full charging in 20–25 minutes while exceeding 8,000 fast-charge cycles.
Trinetra iWay mobile workforce platform
Trinetra has launched the iWay app, which has transmitted real-time field data to cloud servers and has provided web-based mapping, scheduling, monitoring and reporting, and has been presented as supporting cost reduction and operational decision-making.
Composite CAS electrolyte extends solid-state battery life
Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed an organic-inorganic composite gel electrolyte that has improved ionic conductivity and mechanical strength, and has delivered 84.15% capacity retention after 350 cycles in prototype full cells.
Telematics in Tractor Manufacturing
Tractor manufacturers have integrated telematics into new models, with vendors offering GPS tracking, fleet intelligence, fuel analytics, service alerts and IoT connectivity to support performance monitoring and maintenance planning.
CATL patents enhance EV battery pack safety
CATL has secured two battery-pack safety patents for structural and thermal containment, funded by a 22.147 billion yuan research allocation, has expanded its patent portfolio to 25,046 entries and has retained a 46.7% domestic market share in May.
GMV to upgrade Barcelona Metro passenger information
GMV has been awarded a contract to develop a consolidated, scalable passenger-information system for Barcelona Metro, and has developed a centralised management platform for phased deployment, remote monitoring and compatibility with existing onboard IT infrastructure.
Dash Cam Strategies for Mixed Vehicle Fleets
Mixed fleets have adopted disparate dash cam systems by vehicle class, creating fragmented coverage and management burdens. Advisors have recommended a single adaptable platform and consistent policy to standardise procurement, rollout and incident review for improved safety oversight.
China targets 40% new-energy heavy truck share by 2030
Chinese authorities have released an implementation plan targeting 40% market penetration of new-energy heavy-duty trucks by 2030, with a fleet of over 1.6 million units; it has outlined 3,000-plus charging and swapping stations and financial support to aid deployment.
ZF Unveils Safety and Motion Systems for Commercial Vehicles
ZF has presented integrated safety, electrification and software-defined vehicle solutions for commercial vehicles, highlighting scalable E/E architectures, ADAS, electrified drivelines and trailer-integrated systems designed to improve efficiency, safety and lifecycle value for OEMs and fleets.
BYD patents predictive battery thermal management
BYD has filed a patent for a navigation-linked predictive battery thermal management system that has been designed to adjust temperature targets using route and cell data to improve electric-vehicle efficiency and support diverse battery chemistries amid rising LFP production.
Leapmotor updates C10, C11 and C16 line-up
Leapmotor has launched refreshed C10, C11 and C16 models, priced from ¥125,800; it has introduced extended-range and pure-electric powertrains, 800V architecture, LiDAR-equipped high trims, and upgraded interiors and infotainment features.
GMV showcases smart mobility at Global Mobility Call
GMV has presented smart mobility and transportation solutions at Global Mobility Call in Madrid, showcasing its ITS Suite, the GMV Hub (EP200) onboard computer and electronic fare collection with EMV, QR and ABT payment technologies.
Chaowei opens sodium-ion battery plant in Anqing
Manufacturing has commenced at Chaowei’s Anqing sodium‑ion battery plant, which has represented a 3.5 billion yuan investment and has delivered an initial 2GWh annual capacity; upstream material competition and local supply expansions have been noted.