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Protection-as-a-Service: all the tools you need to run a successful insurance program
Meet Paul Smith, COO and co-founder of DigiSure; a technology platform that enables data-driven insurance for OEMs, shared economy companies, and modern transport businesses. DigiSure utilise their industry expertise and advanced technology to optimise processes...
Discussions you need to be part of at MOVE next week
We can finally say it – only 1 week ‘till MOVE! We’re gearing up for an incredible two days of talks, networking, experience and much more. MOVE has become the critical meeting place for buyers and sellers across the mobility value chain. OEMs, transport operators,...
Automotive companies condemn Sunak’s U-turn on net zero policies
Yesterday Prime Minister (PM) Rishi Sunak announced a major U-turn on the government's green policies, including a push-back on the ban of new petrol and diesel car sales in the UK from 2030 to 2035. Since the announcement multiple automotive companies have responded...
Volvo announces scrappage of all diesel models by 2024
Photo: Adam Cai Volvo have announced that they will end all production of diesel-powered models by early 2024, at Climate Week NYC today. This makes the car manufacturer the first legacy automaker to take this step. The measure was taken as part of their pledge to...
Shining a light on payment trends in the electric vehicle charging industry
Photo: Maxim Hopman Written by Max Nurse-Bosley, GTM Analyst, Worldpay Worldpay is the world’s global leading acquirer with 30+ years of experience in payments across 146 countries. As a Platinum Sponsor at MOVE America 2023, their team of vertical experts examines...
Is extreme fast-charging tech as important as infrastructure roll-out for the EV transition?
Photo: why kei High-speed charging times are now just as crucial to the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, as the deployment of high power charging infrastructure, said StoreDot. With most drivers still naming charging anxiety as the major decision factor in...
ON THE MOVE Podcast: Official trailer
Out now is the official trailer for the MOVE Podcast: ON THE MOVE! Tune in for discussions between our editor, Grace Dawes, and some of the top disruptors in the tech-mobility industry. Episodes will be uploaded here on MOVEMNT, Spotify, and Youtube. Get ready for our...
Geotab partner with BMW to make turnkey connected mobility
Photo: BMW Group Geotab has announced their new partnership with German car manufacturer BMW Group, adding another partner to its growing OEM network. The telematics software company hopes to provide fleet operators with a turnkey connectivity solution from their...
BMW invests £600m in Oxford plant to build new all-electric Mini
Photo: Lance Anderson German automaker BMW is set to produce electric Mini cars at Cowley, Oxford plant after multimillion-pound funding grant from UK government and internal £600 million investment. The plant will kick off production of the electric Mini models and...
Report finds fewer than half of drivers are willing to make electric vehicle switch
Photo: Jackson David The latest Road to 2030 report from Auto Trader has revealed that fewer than half of drivers are currently willing to embrace electric vehicles (EVs) as concerns over affordability and charging prevent consumers from making the switch. The report...
One out of three motorcycle riders use ‘moto-sharing’ to move around the city
Photo: Clay Banks A recent report by Cabify found that a third of motorcycle drivers in Spain use motorcycle rental services by the minute, also known as moto-sharing. The survey was conducted among more than 4,000 users in Spain to find out the social perception of...
StoreDot issues warnings about the long-term health effects of extreme fast charging on EV batteries
Photo: JUICE Battery technology company StoreDot has issued a warning over long-term battery health concerns amidst extreme fast charging (XFC) claims. The company's announcement is in response to recent industry claims touting fast charge times and extended ranges,...
Volkswagen is offering up to £4,500 to people affected by latest ULEZ expansion
Photo: Volkswagen Volkswagen has announced that they will be offering up to £4,500 to people affected by the recent expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) across London. The announcement comes as part of the Mayor of London’s £160 million scrappage scheme...
How the AI-driven planning and scheduling optimisation is powering service fleets
Article written by IFS and originally published by Total Telecom If your company is considering adding electric vehicles (EVs) to service fleets, whether to save some green or be more green, you can now do so confidently with the help of disruptive technology. As...
JUXTA to place autonomous retail stores at EV charging stations
Photo: JUXTA JUXTA is launching an autonomously operated JUXTA Nomad retail store at electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for drivers to past the time whilst charging their vehicles. The store aims to support customers in the rapidly expanding EV charging sector...
Kia partner sets record with 55-ton ocean plastic haul
Photo: Kia Kia have announced plans to use recycled plastic from a 55-ton haul recently reclaimed from the Pacific Ocean in its new EV models. The record-breaking amount of plastic was reclaimed by Kia's global partner, The Ocean Cleanup. The partnership between the...
Webfleet and VEV announce strategic partnership to optimise fleet electrification
Webfleet has entered into a partnership with new e-fleet solutions provider VEV to accelerate commercial EV fleet adoption. The fleet management software provider announced their partnership with VEV, provider of end-to-end EV transition solutions from EV fleet...
Hyundai price tags Chongqing plant at $505 million
Photo: Mpho Mojapelo Hyundai Motors have put their Chongqing plant up for sale at $505 million as part of a restructure to boost the company's car sales and presence in the Chinese market. The Korean automaker will also be selling their Changzou plant by the end of...
Should EV charging points be compatible with all vehicles?
Photo: MOVEMNT Electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure is doing a lot to accustom the clean energy transition, but what are its main barriers? James Fox, SVP North America at EVBox, makes the case that charging infrastructure is not doing enough to accommodate EV...
Stellantis Ventures tell how they are heping start-ups in the push for electrification at MOVE 2023
Adam Bazih, head of Stellantis Ventures, spoke at MOVE 2023 about his experience and how the event had gone "above and beyond expectations" and even detailed his personal enjoyments from the event. Stellantis Ventures is the first Stellantis corporate venture fund...
CATL launches super fast charging battery with 400km driving range
Photo: CATL CATL have launched a new 4C super fast charging lithium-ion battery called Shenxing. The battery is claimed to be capable of delivering 400 km of driving range with a 10-minute charge as well as a range of over 700 km on a single full charge. The Chinese...
GM invests $60m in Silicon Valley-based AI and battery materials manufacturer
Photo: General Motors General Motors (GM) has announced that they will be investing $60 million in a Silicon Valley-based, AI-enabled battery materials innovator Mitra Chem. The company’s AI-powered platform and development facility in Mountain View, California, will...
ElectraMeccanica and Tevva announce merger to expand UK and US e-truck markets
Photo: Tevva London electric truck manufacturer ElectraMeccanica and electric lorry start-up Tevva have announced plans to merge by way of a British Columbia statutory plan of arrangement. The proposed transaction is intended to accelerate their combined ability to...
NYC proposes using extra-wide cargo e-bikes instead of trucks for deliveries
New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) has announced that the city is taking action to authorise the use of larger pedal-assist cargo bikes in replacement of delivery trucks. The proposed rule, which would permit the use of these cargo bikes, is designed...
Why have 270,000 vehicles been recalled in the past week?
Photo: Shutterstock Over the past few weeks, thousands and thousands of vehicles have been recalled for various issues. From connectivity problems to fire risks, there is a long list of hazards. Hyundai, Nikola, Mazda, Toyota, and Kia are among the many brands issuing...
Lámpago creates e-trike combining tradition with sustainable innovation
Photo: Lámpago Turkish manufacturer Lámpago have created a vintage-looking two-seater e-trike for a more eco-friendly and accessible way of riding through urban areas. The light electric vehicle comes with two seats and three wheels, earning itself the title of...
Hyundai and Samsung fund $100 million in AI chip maker
Tenstorrent have announce that it closed a $100M strategic financing up-round led by Hyundai Motor Group and Samsung Catalyst Fund, with participation from Fidelity Ventures, Eclipse Ventures, Epiq Capital, Maverick Capital, and more. The chipmaker sells AI...
WiTricity launches new FastTrack Integration Program to speed automakers to wireless EV charging
WiTricity have announced a new FastTrack Integration Program for automotive OEMs that allows initial vehicle integration in just three months, accelerating automaker testing of wireless charging on existing and future EV platforms. Wireless charging using the...
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