Toyota to invest $500m in electric flying taxi start-up
Toyota Motor Corporation has announced it will be investing $500 million in California-based electric flying air taxi company Joby Aviation. The investment, which will bring Toyota’s total investment in Joby to $894 million, will be partially funded later this year and the remaining amount in...
Serve Robotics expands partnership to launch pilot drone deliveries in Texas
Autonomous robot company Serve Robotics, that delivers food for Uber Eats using self-driven sidewalk robots, has said it will be partnering with Alphabet-owned company Wing Aviation in order to pilot drone deliveries. The pilot will reportedly take place in Dallas, Texas and will conduct a...
51% of Americans find the idea of a vehicle being a “digital wallet” appealing, finds survey
According to a consumer survey conducted by Verra Mobility of 2,000 Americans who currently own or lease a vehicle manufactured in 2019 or newer, 51% of Americans find the idea of a vehicle being a “digital wallet” appealing and 54% would enable this feature if...
Lyft and Smartcar partner to tackle range anxiety
Smartcar, the leading API platform for mobility businesses, today announced a partnership with Lyft, one of the largest transportation networks in North America, to tackle range anxiety and to increase EV drivers rides with confidence. Lyft’s ‘Rides in Range’ feature ensures EV drivers only receive...
How digital wallets are driving the connected car economy with Mercedes, Nissan, J.P. Morgan and Nomura Greentech
On day two at MOVE America 2024, experts from Mercedes, Nissan, J.P. Morgan, and Nomura Greentech discussed the evolving role of digital wallets in the connected car economy. The panel explored how in-car payments are simplifying services like parking, tolling, and fueling, while also posing...
Driving confidence in EV adoption with Honda, Daimler, DOEE, Hertz and EVgo
The push towards electric vehicle (EV) adoption is gaining momentum, as highlighted by a diverse panel at day two at MOVE America 2024. Industry leaders discussed key factors driving confidence in the EV space, focusing on consumer behavior, infrastructure challenges, and the future of transportation...
Kyndryl and Microsoft collaborate to speed the evaluation and adoption of enterprise-grade generative AI for business
Article written and supplied by Kyndryl, Platinum Sponsors of MOVE America 2024 at the Austin Convention Center, 24-25 September, Austin, TX. Get more exclusive insights from Kyndryl at the event and make sure you meet them there. Kyndryl the world’s largest technology infrastructure services provider, and...
The future of autonomous vehicles with Pony.ai, DHL, Daimler Truck, May Mobility & Oxa
At MOVE America 2024, the "Autonomous Now" panel hosted executives from Pony.ai, DHL Supply Chain, Daimler Truck, May Mobility, and Oxa who all explored the future of autonomous vehicles (AVs), highlighting both the opportunities and challenges in the path to widespread adoption. Anna Brunelle, CFO...
Future mobility trends with Ford, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, Keolis, USDOT & North Carolina DoT
In a forward-looking keynote session at MOVE America 2024, experts from Ford, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, Keolis, the USDOT, and North Carolina’s Department of Transportation gathered to discuss the shifting landscape of mobility. As the industry pivots toward electrification, automation, and sustainability, these key players shared their...
Building resilience across the supply chain with GM, Panasonic Energy, USDOT, DSV and Stardust Power
As supply chains face growing complexities and disruptions, industry leaders are rethinking strategies to build resilience. At a recent panel discussion, executives from General Motors, Panasonic Energy, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), DSV, and Stardust Power shared their perspectives on strengthening the supply chain...
