by Grace Dawes | Jul 3, 2025 | Autos, Fleets, Interviews, MOVE, Popular, Smart Cities, Tech & Data |
At MOVE 2025, Dr. James Peng, CEO and Co-Founder of Pony.ai, shared insights into the company’s journey and the future of autonomous mobility.
Founded nearly nine years ago, Pony.ai aims to make transportation safer, more accessible and cost-effective through cutting-edge AI technology.
Dr. Peng highlighted the company’s latest breakthrough, the launch of its Gen-7 autonomous driving system, which reduces costs by two-thirds and is ready for mass production.
Watch the full interview with Pony.ai’s CEO below.
by Grace Dawes | Jul 2, 2025 | Autos, Keynote videos, MOVE, Popular, Tech & Data |
Speaking at MOVE 2025 in London, Lillian Greenwood MP, the UK’s Minister for Future Roads, outlined a decisive roadmap for transforming transport across the country.
“Our roads matter…for our economy, for climate, for our very way of life,” said Greenwood. Framing roads as the “arteries of the nation,” she highlighted their foundational role in economic activity, noting that they carry 80% of goods in the UK.
Greenwood reaffirmed the government’s commitment to zero-emission transport, including the reinstated 2030 phase-out date for new petrol and diesel cars.
“If I could wave a magic wand and remove all road emissions, we would overnight reduce this country’s transport emissions by 90%,” she said, calling the ZEV mandate “the largest carbon-saving initiative across government.”
On automation, Greenwood introduced the newly launched Transport AI Action Hub and stressed the importance of regulation and safety standards.
“By 2027, we will have one of the most robust safety frameworks for self-driving in the world,” she said.
Sharing her experience in an autonomous vehicle navigating London traffic, she noted how it “safely accommodated cyclists and calmly avoided cats.”
Devolution also featured prominently, with Greenwood arguing that local leaders are best placed to shape transport priorities. “The best decisions over people’s daily journeys are made by those who know their communities,” she said, referencing over £18 billion in devolved funding to local and regional transport authorities.
Greenwood concluded with a clear message: “The future is now…and we’re acting fast to give people real choice in how they move.”
Watch the full keynote recording below.
by Grace Dawes | Jul 2, 2025 | Autos, Keynote videos, MOVE, Popular, Tech & Data |
Industry leaders from Stellantis, LG Ventures, Keolis and Daimler Trucks gathered at MOVE 2025 to discuss AI’s transformative impact throughout the mobility ecosystem.
From autonomous vehicles and predictive traffic systems to optimising mass transit and freight logistics, AI has changed the way we move.
Panelists emphasize the importance of data sharing, multimodal integration, and ethical AI governance. They highlight real-world AI applications improving city traffic flow, vehicle safety, and customer experience. As autonomous tech advances and skills evolve, AI’s role in revolutionizing mobility is inevitable—challenging us to innovate responsibly for a sustainable, connected future.
Watch the full keynote panel discussion below.
by Grace Dawes | Jul 2, 2025 | Autos, Energy & Charging, Fleets, Keynote videos, MOVE, Popular |
Wen Han, Chairman, Founder & CEO of Windrose hosted a keynote talk at MOVE 2025 discussing how he is making electric commercial trucking a reality.
Han highlighted several key themes shaping the future of heavy-duty trucking. Central was the push for a truly global, zero-emission electric truck platform designed for interoperability across markets and trailers.
Range and charging speed emerged in his talk as critical factors, with Windrose breaking records in real-world long-haul performance matching diesel trucks.
Another theme was modular, localised production to adapt to different regions and supply chains.
Watch Han’s full keynote talk below.
by Grace Dawes | Jul 2, 2025 | Autos, Fleets, Keynote videos, MOVE, Popular, Tech & Data |
At MOVE 2025, leaders from Baidu, Oxa, May Mobility and Einride came together to discuss autonomous mobility for people and goods.
A key focus was the varied global landscape: China leads with extensive large-scale driverless deployments, the U.S. offers diverse operational environments including challenging weather and Europe emphasises shuttle-based models and regulatory frameworks.
Logistics emerged as a priority sector, with autonomy addressing driver shortages, improving safety, and enhancing efficiency in industrial and freight operations.
Panelists highlighted the importance of regulatory alignment and ecosystem collaboration to enable commercial scale.
Watch the full panel discussion below.
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by Grace Dawes | Jul 2, 2025 | Autos, Fleets, Keynote videos, MOVE, Popular, Tech & Data |
At MOVE 2025, Pony.ai CEO Dr. James Peng discussed the company’s recent IPO and plans to scale its autonomous vehicle fleet.
Since going public in November 2024, Pony.ai has focused on mass-producing affordable, Level 4 driverless cars.
Peng highlighted the company’s regulatory approvals in Luxembourg, chosen for its progressive stance and its strong partnerships with OEMs like Toyota.
Watch the full fireside chat below.
by Grace Dawes | Jul 2, 2025 | Autos, Fleets, Keynote videos, MOVE, Popular |
In this keynote session from MOVE 2025, Kaity Fischer, VP of Commercial and Fleet Operations at Wayve explored the comapny’s innovative use of embodied AI in autonomous driving, highlighting how the company’s end-to-end AI enables scalable, hardware-agnostic vehicle intelligence.
Wayve shared insights on its global expansion, including zero-shot deployment in new cities without prior mapping.
The discussion also covered the company’s partnerships with OEMs like Nissan and the roadmap for advancing from Level 2+ to Level 4 autonomy, emphasising the readiness of technology and infrastructure for widespread adoption.
Watch the full fireside chat with Wayve below.
by Grace Dawes | Jul 2, 2025 | Autos, Energy & Charging, Keynote videos, MOVE, Popular |
Industry leaders from DHL, Mercedes-Benz High Power Charging, IONITY and NIO gathered at MOVE 2025 to discuss the global accelerating electric vehicle (EV) market and its challenges.
They highlight improvements in EV acceptance, fleet electrification and infrastructure, while noting barriers like limited incentives and charging network gaps.
Panelists emphasise advances in high-speed charging and battery swapping technology as key to enabling long-distance EV logistics.
Watch the full panel discussion below to hear the consensus the panellists came to.
by Grace Dawes | Jul 2, 2025 | Autos, Keynote videos, MOVE, Popular, Tech & Data |
Leaders from Mercedes-Benz, Ampere (Renault Group) and Hyundai Connected Mobility came together at MOVE 2025 to discuss how software-defined vehicles (SDVs) are revolutionising the automotive industry.
Mercedes highlights turning luxury cars into adaptive, personalised experiences powered by AI-driven conversational assistants and advanced urban driving aids.
Ampere shares the challenges and excitement of launching Europe’s first centralised SDV architecture, while Hyundai outlines a holistic five-pillar strategy focused on business models, scalable architectures and customer-centric software services.
Watch the full panel discussion to hear how these companies are partnering with tech giants and using in-house innovation are key to master this new era of connected vehicles.
by Grace Dawes | Jun 10, 2025 | Autos, Fleets, MOVE, Popular, Resources |
Press release supplied by Ekoenergetyka
The electric truck sector is currently facing significant challenges that require not only innovative technological solutions, but also flexibility in adapting to the rapidly changing needs of the market. One of the most pressing issues is the development of fast and efficient megawatt charging solutions capable of supporting the growing number of electric trucks.
Additional challenges include space limitations related to charging station availability and the need for advanced system solutions to ensure smooth and efficient charging processes under varying conditions.
The revolutionary SAT 1500 MCS satellite, developed by Ekoenergetyka, is a direct response to these challenges. With its powerful megawatt-level power unit, the SAT 1500 MCS supports hybrid charging hubs capable of serving all generations of electric trucks, regardless of whether they are equipped with MCS or CCS connectors.
Ekoenergetyka, a leader in electric vehicle charging technology, has long been committed to developing innovative solutions that drive the future of e-mobility. The company’s product portfolio not only meets current market demands but is also designed with the future in mind, enabling it to evolve alongside the industry’s rapid development. Ekoenergetyka is focused on sustainable development by investing in technologies that are not only efficient but also
environmentally conscious.
Modern hybrid charging hubs, which are a key element of the electric vehicle charging infrastructure, must be flexible and adaptable to the changing demands of the market. These hubs should be designed to meet the increasing requirements of both the growing number of electric vehicles and the need for shorter charging times. Such solutions are the foundation of the future e-mobility infrastructure. Charging systems must also be tailored to diverse conditions as well as to the needs and expectations of customers, who often seek solutions that allow for the efficient charging of their entire electric fleet.
The SAT 1500 MCS system is designed to meet the specific challenges of the electric truck industry, where logistics and operational efficiency are critical. Ekoenergetyka’s cutting-edge solution enables full charging of electric trucks within a standard 45-minute driver break. This innovative approach aligns the charging process with operational needs and legal requirements regarding drivers’ working and rest times.
The SAT 1500 MCS device has been engineered for maximum charging performance – boasting an impressive power output of 1440 kW. Dual charging outlets allow for simultaneous charging of two trucks, maximizing efficiency and flexibility, particularly in areas with limited space for charging station installations. This solution opens up significant opportunities for scaling charging infrastructure and accelerating the rollout of charging networks across various locations.
What makes Ekoenergetyka’s offering revolutionary is its future-ready design tailored to the further development of the electric truck market. Leveraging advanced technologies, the company’s portfolio supports all currently available charging standards, making it a universal solution ready to face upcoming industry challenges. In doing so, Ekoenergetyka sets new benchmarks in electric vehicle charging, supporting the transformation of the transport sector on a global scale.
With the growing demand for e-mobility solutions, Ekoenergetyka – through its SAT 1500 MCS system, but also through the whole product portfolio – not only addresses current industry needs but also effectively defines the direction for the development of the electric truck market.
The latest solutions from Ekoenergetyka’s portfolio, including the SAT1500 MCS, will be presented at MOVE London at Booth 75 in ExCeL London on June 18–19, 2025.
If you are interested in learning more about all the solutions offered by Ekoenergetyka, book a meeting during the event.
by Grace Dawes | Jun 10, 2025 | MOVE, Popular, Resources, Tech & Data |
MOVE’s AI Disruptor Award 2025 – voting now OPEN
AI is inextricable from the landscape of future mobility. From autonomous vehicles to intelligent traffic systems and predictive logistics, AI is reshaping how people and goods move across cities and continents. As mobility evolves, so too does the need to spotlight the visionaries leading this transformation.
After receiving an incredible number of nominations, it is now time for you to have your say.
Vote for your winner of the AI Disruptor Award and help us honour the visionaries who are leveraging AI to transform mobility.
The winner with the most votes will be announced at MOVE 2025 in London on 18th June – make sure you’re there and book your ticket now.
by Grace Dawes | Jun 9, 2025 | MOVE, Popular, Press Releases, Resources |
Stellantis, a leading global automaker, will showcase its commitment to sustainable, customer-centric innovation at MOVE 2025, the world’s leading tech mobility event, taking place June 18–19 at ExCeL in London.
Stellantis Ventures, the company’s corporate venture fund, will host an interactive booth featuring pioneering solutions from startups driving progress in AI, next-gen batteries, and accessible mobility. The space will also showcase innovative vehicles and technologies from Citroën and FIAT, two of Stellantis’ iconic brands.
Experience the Future of Mobility at the Stellantis Ventures Booth (Main entrance, Booth 1):
- Citroën Ami is a revolution in the mobility landscape since its launch in 2020, allowing freedom of mobility to non-drivers and young people. Today, Ami goes further, addressing the needs of people with disabilities.
- Fiat 500e and Stellantis partner Ample will demonstrate modular battery swapping, which enables a full charge in under five minutes, delivering a fast, convenient, and cost-effective energy solution.
- Fiat Grande Panda and its Innovative Spiral Charging Cable: The Grande Panda is the first FIAT model built on the new global multi-energy Smart Car platform. It is the only car on the market to offer a patented front-mounted spiral AC charging cable, housed under the hood. This retractable cable simplifies the charging process for customers, allowing them to charge their vehicle without even getting their hands dirty.
- Battery Innovation Wall: Explore collaborative research from Stellantis and its partners, including Factorial, Lyten, Zeta Energy, and Tiamat, which advance solid-state, lithium-sulfur and sodium-ion chemistries, improving performance and sustainability of electric vehicles.
- AI Journey Showcase: An interactive display of how Stellantis is already embedding AI across the customer journey, from design to production to everyday driving.
A Forum for the Future of Mobility
June 18 at 12:15 p.m. – Main Keynote Theater
Anne Laliron, Senior Vice President, Head of Tech Research at Stellantis, will lead a live Freedom of Mobility Forum panel discussion titled “Autonomous Vehicles: Making Future Mobility Accessible, Safe, and Socially Accepted.”
Anne Laliron will be joined by:
- James Peng, Co-Founder and CEO, Pony.ai
- Mario Trapp, Executive Director, Fraunhofer Institute for Cognitive Systems IKS
- Moderator: Cecilia Edwards, Business Transformation Consultant, Wavestone
Founded by Stellantis, the Freedom of Mobility Forum is a global thought-leadership platform for neutral, fact-based dialogue on achieving safe, affordable, and sustainable freedom of mobility. A replay of the panel discussion will be available on the Freedom of Mobility Forum’s YouTube channel.
Keynotes and Panels Featuring Stellantis Leaders (All Times BST)
June 18
- 9:00 a.m., Keynote Stage – AI and the Future of Mobility, Anne Laliron, SVP, Head of Tech Research, Stellantis
- 10:50 a.m., Theatre 4 – Breaking Legacy Mindsets in the Transformation of OEMs, Adam Bazih, Managing Director, Stellantis Ventures
- 3:20 p.m., Theatre 3 – How ITS and Open Data Are Helping Manage Traffic Safely and Efficiently, Sebastien Fraysse, VP & Head of Sales and GTM, Mobilisights
June 19
- 11:15 a.m., Theatre 3 – Enabling the Next Generation of EVs with Solid-State Battery Validation, Anne Laliron, Senior Vice President, Head of Tech Research, Stellantis
- 2:45 p.m., Theatre 2 – Solid-State Batteries: Unlocking Longer Range and Safer Mobility, Cédric Nouillant, Energy Storage Innovation Director, Stellantis
Backed by a global network of startups and engineers committed to real-world solutions, Stellantis is building sustainable mobility through human-centric technologies that are useful, simple, and enjoyable, designed to give customers real choice and make innovation affordable for all.
by Grace Dawes | Jun 4, 2025 | Autos, Popular, Smart Cities |
As a Founding Partner of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Honda will also serve as the Official Automotive Partner of Team USA, supporting the United States Olympic and Paralympic teams during the LA28 Games and upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.
The partnership was announced today by LA28, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and Honda during a celebration at the American Honda headquarters in Torrance, California.
Kazuhiro Takizawa, President & CEO of American Honda Motor, said:
“On behalf of our 30,000 associates across the U.S. and in Southern California, Honda is proud to partner with LA28 and Team USA to support the remarkable athletes who will follow that same path to realise their dreams in Los Angeles in the quest for gold in the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.”
As the Automotive Partner of the Olympics, Honda will offer an accessible vehicle fleet for the Games, featuring a wide range of mobility products—helping thousands of athletes, officials and other key Games stakeholders from around the world move across Southern California.
Honda intends to offer a wide range of mobility products for usage throughout the Games, maximising the use of electrified vehicles like the upcoming Honda 0 Series and Acura RSX.
Honda also will provide powersports products including motorcycles, ATVs and side-by-sides, as well as Motocompacto e-scooters plus Honda Marine engines.
Honda has long supported athletes in their efforts to achieve their Olympic and Paralympic dreams. Global Honda sponsored three Paralympic athletes who competed at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, including U.S. Paralympian Susannah Scaroni.
by Grace Dawes | May 22, 2025 | Business, Popular, Smart Cities, Tech & Data |
AI-powered autonomous delivery network Arrive AI is partnering with a Virginia-based courier company Go2 Delivery to deliver specialty pharmacy products.
The medicine deliveries will be done using Go2 Delivery service drones to Arrive AI mailbox points across Virginia.
Go2 Delivery CEO, Eric Brown, said:
“The Arrive AI platform offers a compelling solution for pharmacies that deal with high-risk, high-value medications, each costing up to $30,000. Our partnership with Arrive AI ensures secure delivery, particularly in theft-prone or multi-family environments, directly benefiting patients managing serious health challenges,”
Delivery errors frequently plague large apartment complexes due to confusing unit numbers, inadequate signage, and similarly named streets.
The Arrive AI platform hopes to address these issues by providing secure, individually linked mailboxes.
Brown said he has been interested in adding autonomous delivery to his operation since 2014 when the nation’s first legally authorised medication was delivered by drone in rural Virginia.
“The best use-case for drones in the package delivery industry is to get necessary medication to the people who need it, regardless of their location,” Brown said.
Virginia has been a hotbed for drone delivery experimentation, primarily in the retail space, with Walmart offering drone deliveries in Virginia Beach, and Christiansburg has offered drone delivery on demand for years via Wing.
by Grace Dawes | May 21, 2025 | Autos, Business, Popular, Tech & Data |
Volvo Cars has announced it will become the first automaker to install Google’s Gemini platform in its vehicles.
Both Google and Volvo demonstrated the launch of this tech together at The Android Show in a Volvo EX90.
With Google’s upcoming launch of Google Gemini in the car, drivers of Volvo cars with Google built-in will be among the first to use Gemini’s latest conversational AI technology.
Gemini in the car can better understand what you want while driving through natural conversations. You can talk naturally to craft messages, translate them into another language before sending, ask questions from the car’s user manual or learn specific details about your destination.
Gemini will replace the current Google Assistant in Volvo cars with Google built-in later this year.
Alwin Bakkenes, head of global software engineering at Volvo Cars, said:
“We strive to deliver human-centric technology, and a stunning customer experience is an essential part of this. Through this partnership with Google, we are able to bring the very latest features and capabilities from the leading consumer eco-system into our products first. With our expanding partnership, we’re collaborating on cutting-edge solutions that shape the future of connected cars.”
by Grace Dawes | May 20, 2025 | Autos, Business, Fleets, Popular, Tech & Data |
Image: Huawei
Chinese state-owned energy company Huaneng has launched operations of the largest ever fleet of unmanned autonomous electric mining trucks.
100 autonomous mining trucks have officially entered operation at the Yimin open-pit mine in Inner Mongolia, China, after being developed and delivered by Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group (XCMG).
Huaneng Ruichi is a subsidiary of China Huaneng Group, which has been developing and deploying 5G-A autonomous electric mining trucks
As coal is China’s primary energy source and key to its energy strategy, the country has been driving the transition towards a high-end, intelligent, and green coal industry.
China Huaneng Group has partnered with XCMG, Huawei, and State Grid Smart Internet of Vehicles on a joint innovation project to develop the world’s first zero-carbon, autonomous, and intelligent open-pit mine transportation system.
The machines will reportedly operate across three shifts per day, achieving 20% higher efficiency than traditional diesel-powered, manned vehicles.
Battery swaps also take just six minutes and the project is expected to save over 15,000 tonnes of diesel and reduce CO₂ emissions by around 48,000 tonnes annually.
by Grace Dawes | May 20, 2025 | Business, Popular, Smart Cities, Tech & Data |
Electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft company Archer has been selected as the official air taxi provider for the Los Angeles 2028 (LA28) Olympic and Paralympic Games and Team USA.
The California-based company will integrate its Midnight eVTOL aircraft across the LA28 Games for a variety of services including transporting VIPs, fans, stakeholders and providing support for emergency services and security.
Adam Goldstein, CEO and founder of Archer Aviation, said:
“We want to transform the way people get around Los Angeles and leave a legacy that shapes the future of transportation in America. There’s no better time to do that than during the LA28 Games.”
Midnight is Archer’s piloted electric air taxi designed to carry up to four passengers, which produces less noise and emissions than a traditional helicopter.
The LA28 Olympic Games are expected to host over 15 million visitors and broadcast to billions of viewers globally over the course of the Games.
LA28 Chairperson and President Casey Wasserman, said:
“Our vision is to fundamentally reimagine the Olympic and Paralympic Games experience.”
The LA28 Games will mark Los Angeles’ third time to host the Olympic Games, previously hosted in 1984 and 1932, and first time to host the Paralympic Games.
by Grace Dawes | May 15, 2025 | Autos, Popular, Smart Cities |
Vietnamese automotive company VinFast has officially announced the launch of its new EC Van electric cargo vehicle, designed for small-load transportation.
The 600kg cargo vehicle comes in a compact size and is intended for short-distance delivery needs of businesses, while also serving as a livelihood vehicle suitable for household economies.
The VinFast EC Van (short for electric city cargo van) includes a two-seat cabin and a rear cargo space with a capacity of up to 2,600 liters.
The EC Van is equipped with an electric motor delivering a maximum power of 30 kW and peak torque of 110 Nm, with a top speed of 75 km/h. Its 17 kWh usable battery capacity provides a driving range of 150 km per full charge.
The vehicle supports DC fast charging at up to 19.4 kW, allowing the battery to charge from 10% to 70% in just 42 minutes. Customers may also purchase a 3 kW portable charger for overnight home charging.
The VinFast EC Van is priced at VND 285 million (approximately $11,000 USD) and will begin accepting early deposits for the EC Van from 8:00 AM on May 25 through May 30, 2025.
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by Grace Dawes | May 15, 2025 | Autos, Business, Fleets, Popular, Tech & Data |
Chinese tech giant Baidu has entered into talks to launch its autonomous taxi service in Switzerland and Turkey.
Its autonomous vehicle division has been holding discussions with Swiss bus service provider PostAuto to potentially launch its robotaxi service app, Apollo Go.
The Beijing-based company intends to begin testing in Switzerland by the end of the year, as well as plans to launch its app in Turkey.
Baidu currently operates across 10 cities in China, including Beijing, Shanghai and Wuhan. The company recently announced plans to launch its robotaxis in the Middle East.
As competition is rises from other Chinese autonomous vehicle giants like Pony.ai and WeRide, Baidu is making bold efforts to break into the European market.
Pony.ai currently operates in China and the United States (U.S.), whilst WeRide holds driverless permits in China, the UAE, Singapore, France, and the U.S.
Baidu’s CEO, Robin Li, has reportedly told investors that 2025 would be “a paramount year” as the company’s Q1 results loom.
by Grace Dawes | May 14, 2025 | Autos, Business, Popular |
Nissan President and CEO Ivan Espinosa has announced the Japanese automaker will be closing seven of their auto plants as the company announces huge losses in their financial results briefing.
On Tuesday, the auto giant’s CEO reported a net loss of 670.9 billion yen (approximately $4.6 billion USD) in 2024.
FY24 results also showed an operating profit of 69.8 billion yen (approximately $478 million USD), a 88% decrease from the previous year.
During the announcement Espinosa said:
“As you can see, our financial results are a wake-up call. The reality is very clear. Our variable costs are rising, our fixed costs are higher than our current revenue can support,”
The company detailed a total cost saving estimate of around 500 billion yen.
Espinosa said the company “must prioritise self-improvement with greater urgency” if it wants to see profits increase this year.
Nisan has seen weakening sales, failed merger talks with Honda, and the replacement of its CEO, in the last year alone.
The company announced it will also be cutting a total of 20,000 jobs globally among its workforce.
The automaker has not confirmed which factories or workforces will be affected by these cuts – Sunderland’s 6,000-man plant is one of the many factories that could be hit.
In a press release, Nissan’s 2025 outlook stated the company will be prioritising operations in the United States.
“We are prioritising U.S.-built products, optimising local capacity, reallocating tariff-exposed production, and working closely with suppliers to localize and adapt swiftly to market demands.”
The Japanese carmaker announced three weeks ago it will also be committing $1.4 billion to its Chinese operations in efforts to increase sales in the Chinese market.
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