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Uber, Pony.ai and autonomous start-up Verne launch robotaxi trials in Croatia’s capital
As autonomous pilots accelerate across Europe, Croatia’s capital, Zagreb, represents the latest test bed for robotaxi trials, thanks to a partnership between Uber, Pony.ai, and autonomous technology start-up Verne.
The partnership brings together the autonomous driving technology of Chinese robotaxi developer Pony.ai with Verne’s fleet management expertise.
The design vs safety dilemma: Why carmakers are embracing buttons over touchscreens
As automakers seek to maximise the sleek, futuristic look of new models, the market has seen a sharp increase in the number of vehicles minimising bulky handles and buttons in favour of digital screens and concealed, automated handles.
Whilst these design features may offer the forward-looking glamour that elevates the in-car experience, concerns over safety have seen automakers retreating back to intuitive design features, including tactile buttons and manual handles.
Elon Musk’s Tesla approved to enter UK energy market amid security concerns
The world’s richest man, Elon Musk, could soon have sway over the UK’s private energy sector after its subsidiary, Tesla Energy Ventures, received approval to operate as an electricity supplier in the United Kingdom. The licence, granted by the UK energy regulator, clears the path for the company to enter a market that has faced turbulence in recent years and rising concern among households over an ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
Industry experts herald 2026 as “pivotal year” for UK autonomy at CAM Innovators’ Day
Industry experts gathered at the IET in London yesterday to discuss the key obstacles and scalable, practical use cases of autonomy within the UK.
The annual CAM Innovators’ Day, hosted by Zenzic, brought together some of the industry experts driving innovation in autonomy and connected mobility. Among those attending were representatives from government, industry leaders, scale-ups and key stakeholder groups, with speakers from Google, Waymo and several autonomous startups, including Oxford-based group Oxa.
China’s NIO turns a tidy profit on EV strategy after 2025 record sales
Chinese electric-vehicle maker NIO reported its first quarterly net profit in the final months of 2025, representing a significant milestone for the Shanghai-based company. The result places the automaker among a small but growing group of profitable EV manufacturers in China, the world’s largest EV market, alongside emerging rivals XPeng and Li Auto.
The accolade was fuelled by surging vehicle demand and stronger margins, following a year that began with slower-than-expected sales growth. The company’s upwards trajectory was sparked by the launch of the company’s redesigned premium SUV, the NIO ES8, which quickly became a major contributor to sales.
Canada/ China trade deal promises 49,000 cheap EVs for Canadian consumers
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have struck a landmark trade deal allowing cheap Chinese EVs into Canada en masse.
This unprecedented strategic alliance, made during Carney’s trip to Beijing earlier this month, will allow up to 49,000 Chinese EVs into the country at a tariff of 6.1%, down from 100%.
Daimler Truck’s Japanese arm Foxconn accelerates electric bus project
Daimler Truck’s Japanese unit and Taiwan-based manufacturing giant Foxconn are officially taking the next step in their electric vehicle partnership, announcing plans to launch a new bus company later this year. The new project will focus on electric buses for Japan and international markets.
Germany to invest €3bn in electric vehicle incentives
Germany is preparing to relaunch large-scale incentives for electric vehicles, signalling a concerted governmental effort to revive demand after last year’s slowdown.
The federal government plans to allocate around €3bn to a new support programme that will run from the beginning of this year until 2029, aiming to put roughly 800,000 additional low-emission vehicles on the road.
The physical AI revolution: How automakers are rethinking manufacturing in 2026
Conversations around AI are dominating the tech and automotive industries as companies rush to integrate efficiency-boosting AI systems into their manufacturing processes. For many of us, our first introduction to AI is likely to have been through large language models like OpenAI’s ChatGPT or Google’s Gemini.
Now, in 2026, the industry is pivoting from a software-focused approach to a hardware-driven one, moving towards physical applications such as robotics and advanced automation. In this period of strategic change, the question remains: are automakers reading for the physical AI revolution?
Ford in talks with BYD to source batteries for hybrid models
Legacy OEM, Ford Motor is holding discussions with China’s BYD about a possible partnership that would allow the U.S. automaker to purchase batteries for some of its hybrid vehicle models.
The talks are ongoing and remain fluid, with no guarantee that the two parties will arrive at a deal. The somewhat unlikely alliance could allow Ford to import batteries from BYD for use in vehicle production at factories located outside the United States.
Tesla embraces recurring revenue, offering FSD autonomy as a subscription-only service
Tesla’s Chief executive Elon Musk has confirmed that the company will eliminate the one-time purchase option for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) package in the U.S., moving exclusively to a monthly subscription model beginning February 14.
The move illustrates the brand’s decision to lean heavily in to recurring revenue streams and subscription services—think X premium, launched in October 2023.
New York Governor gives the green light to robotaxis in state address
Robotaxis may be a familiar sight in Texas and California, but as self-driving vehicles ramp up in more than 20 states, New York has historically shown trepidation when it comes to advancing welcoming AV legislation.
All of this could be set to change following New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s unveiling of plans to legalize robotaxis in the state of New York during her State of the State address on Tuesday.
Elon Musk’s $1tn payday puts him firmly back in the driving seat at Tesla
Elon Musk took to the stage on Thursday at Tesla’s annual meeting to raucous applause and chants of “Elon!” from shareholders gathered at the company’s Texas gigafactory. Behind him, lit in neon-purple lights, the words “Sustainable Abundance” glowed in a graffiti scrawl. Taking to the stage, Musk danced alongside the humanoid robots- named Optimus- that he is betting on in Tesla’s next phase of expansion.
What could have been mistaken for a rock concert or a scene from a dystopian film was, in fact, Tesla’s annual meeting, where shareholders voted to award Musk a $1 trillion pay package -a deal that could make the world’s already richest man, a trillionaire.
Lucid Motors accelerates towards autonomy, partnering with Nuro, Nvidia and Uber
American automotive and tech company, Lucid Motors, is accelerating its move into the autonomous vehicle market with its high-tech Gravity crossover, forming a powerful alliance with Nuro, Nvidia, and Uber to challenge leaders such as Tesla and Waymo.
Reimagining community-focused mass transportation with Andy Byford
At MOVE America 2025, we had the pleasure of catching up with Train Daddy himself and a living legend of mass transportation, Andy Byford. In our riveting conversation with the Senior Vice President and Special Advisor to the Board at Amtrak, we discussed Andy’s ambitious vision for mass transportation in the U.S. and the importance of redefining our A-to-B approach to public transit.
Volkswagen develops AI chip to win back Chinese market
News German carmaker Volkswagen has announced plans to develop its first in-house chip for use in its next generation of smart driving vehicles for the Chinese market. VW will develop the AI chip as part of a joint venture between its software unit, Cariad, and...
Waymo’s self-driving taxis are coming to Detroit
Waymo, owned by Google’s parent company, Alphabet, is expanding its foothold in the Midwest. This week, the company announced it will be moving to the Motor City, bringing its self-driving robotaxi service to Detroit.
Detroit will be the sixth U.S. city to receive Waymo’s driverless service, after San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Atlanta, and Austin.
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority leads the charge on accessible, autonomous mass transportation
Greer Johnson Gillis, Senior Vice President of the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), joined us on the MOVE America sofa to share her insights on mass transportation and the innovative ways in which the JTA is delivering seamless, accessible mobility solutions to the communities of Northeast Florida.
China eases restrictions on Nexperia chip exports
In a move that could ease mounting pressure on the global auto supply chain, China has announced plans to grant export exemptions for certain semiconductor products made by Nexperia, the Dutch chip manufacturer caught in the crossfire of recent trade tensions.
The decision, confirmed by China’s Ministry of Commerce on November 1, follows weeks of disruption in the automotive sector. The initial export ban forced Honda Motor Co. to temporarily halt production in North America and prompted warnings from other automakers about looming component shortages.
GM promises “eyes-off, hands-free” autonomy by 2028
While automakers such as Volkswagen and Stellantis battle it out in the autonomous ride-hail space, American multinational General Motors (GM) has shifted its focus to developing autonomous technology for personal vehicles.
GM introduced its Super Cruise technology in 2017 as the world’s first truly hands-free driving assistance system. Since then, it has been continuously improved and has now been expanded to operate on more than 20 models from Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick, and GMC.
BYD’s bumpy quarter spurs global outlook
China’s electric vehicle giant BYD is hitting a few speed bumps after years of blistering growth. The company, once the shining star of the EV boom and a formidable rival to Tesla, reported a sharp 33% drop in third-quarter profits, underlining the pressure to accelerate its push into global markets.
Inside Pull Systems: The AI-driven strategy cutting manufacturing costs by millions
When manufacturers and suppliers talk about quality control, they typically focus on individual data sets, such as warranty claims and diagnostic checks. However, according to Henry Furman, Founder and Chief Product Officer of Pull Systems, that fragmentation is a multi-trillion dollar problem that the industry can no longer afford to ignore.
UK Government charging reforms could revolutionise at-home charging
The cost of owning an EV has continued to be a stumbling block for UK car owners hoping to make the switch to electric. Alongside the high upfront cost of the vehicle come costly infrastructure fees, with at-home chargers currently costing in the region of £1,000 to £1,500. In addition to these steep overheads, EV owners in the UK face a complicated charger application process that relies on government approval.
Meet the MOVE America Start-up Competition winner, Endeavor Composites
The MOVE America 2025 Start-up Competition brought together 15 of the most promising mobility start-ups, each pitching live on stage to a distinguished panel of investors and industry experts.
We are delighted to announce that the winner of the 2025 competition is Endeavor Composites- the company turning waste into profit. Endeavour composites is pioneering a step-change in manufacturing for mobility and transport applications.
Toyota commits $10 Billion to U.S. auto plants in landmark Japan–U.S. investment deal
Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corp. has outlined a plan to invest $10 billion in U.S. auto plants.
On Tuesday, the U.S. government released a document detailing an investment framework between Japan and the United States.
The factsheet contained plans for several major investment projects with a total value of up to $400 billion, including a $10 billion pledge to build auto plants “all over” the United States.
Deloitte on SDVs, last-mile transport solutions and understanding autonomy: Insights from a Platinum Sponsor
Following his roundtable discussion, “Improving the Experience: Efficient, Holistic, and Sustainable Last-Mile Transport Solutions,” we caught up with Rodolfo Dominguez, Managing Director at Deloitte Consulting LLP.
We discussed Deloitte’s decision to sponsor MOVE America 2025 as a Platinum Sponsor, exploring the importance of cross-industry events in inspiring conversation and fostering collaboration across the mobility sector.
How Pull Systems is using AI to cut manufacturing costs by millions
How can manufacturers cut costs without compromising quality? In this interview, Pull Systems’ Founder and Chief Product Officer Henry Furman explains how unifying fragmented quality data helps product teams detect failures early, reduce waste, and uncover competitive advantage.
Pull Systems builds AI platforms that connect telematics, diagnostic, production, and service data—giving engineering teams the visibility to identify root causes faster, prevent costly issues, and lower warranty expenses.
Opening remarks from MOVE America’s Project Director, Cormac Cronin Martin
Project Director of Move America Cormac Cronin Martin kicks-off the Keynote stage at MOVE America 2025 to offer his opening remarks.
Cormac takes us through the key reasons behind MOVE’s strategic relocation to Detroit unpacking the cities rich automotive history and its long-held status as a hub for innovation and thought leadership.
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