Citroën unveils electric 2CV concept for 2028
Citroën has unveiled a concept electric version of its classic 2CV and says it aims to bring the vehicle to market in 2028 for €15,000.
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Renault unveils E-Space Concept and other EV updates at the 2026 Paris Motor Show
Renault presented the E-Space Concept, an updated Megane E-Tech, the Renault 5 Turbo 3E and new EV technology at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. The reveal shows the company’s current electric-vehicle direction and product plans.
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Stadler and Metra present battery-electric FLIRT train at APTA EXPO
Stadler and Metra presented a battery-electric FLIRT train developed for the North American market at APTA EXPO 2026. The project is intended to support zero-emission electric operation for Metra without requiring complete electrification of the network.
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Mobility Move 2027 to expand focus on autonomous driving and electric mobility
Mobility Move 2027 in Berlin is set for 16-18 March and will give more space to autonomous driving while keeping electric mobility as a main pillar. The programme is also expected to add new topics and formats that could support the introduction of new transport technologies.
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Audi opens UK orders for A2 e-tron from £32,200
Audi has opened UK order books for the A2 e-tron, with prices starting at £32,200 on the road. Deliveries to UK customers are expected from early 2027.
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Jeep targets six-model European range by 2030
Jeep says it plans a six-model European range by 2030. The plan keeps several powertrain options open, reflecting uncertainty over how quickly Europe will move to electric vehicles.
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Perkins to field test new hydrogen hybridized industrial open power unit
Perkins said it will field test a new fuel-configurable hybridized industrial open power unit. The development indicates further work on industrial power systems that can use hydrogen and other fuels.
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GM Energy and PG&E offer incentive package for managed EV charging
GM Energy and Pacific Gas and Electric are offering a package for PG&E customers who buy or lease a new Chevrolet, GMC or Cadillac EV and enroll in a managed charging program. The offer combines charger equipment with charging incentives, aiming to support home charging participation.
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Audi A2 e-tron arrives in the UK
Audi has brought the A2 e-tron to the UK market. The model is listed with up to 397 miles of range, which is the main new sales detail in the source.
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A2Z Drone Delivery selected for BVLOS drone delivery pilot in Bali
A2Z Drone Delivery has been chosen as the technology partner for a beyond-visual-line-of-sight drone delivery pilot in Bali, Indonesia. The selection marks a step toward commercial drone delivery trials in the country.
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IETT orders 50 AKIA Ultra LF12EV electric buses for Istanbul
IETT has placed an order for 50 AKIA Ultra LF12EV battery-electric buses for Istanbul. The deal also includes a new charging depot plan and is scheduled to support production and deliveries starting in 2027.
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VinFast says it will introduce electric buses in the US through NexMove Certified partnership
VinFast announced at APTA 2026 TRANSform & EXPO in Chicago that it plans to bring its all-electric bus models to the US market through NexMove Certified. Initial deliveries are scheduled for the first quarter of 2028, which sets a timeline for the company’s entry into the market.
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Maritime Transport adds five Renault E-Tech T electric trucks to fleet
Maritime Transport has added five Renault Trucks E-Tech T 4x2 electric tractor units through the eFREIGHT 2030 project. The move brings its electric fleet to 56 vehicles.
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Solaris unveils Urbino 40 electric bus at APTA TRANSform & EXPO 2026
Solaris presented the Urbino 40 electric at APTA TRANSform & EXPO 2026 in Chicago on 5 October. The debut marks the company’s entry into the US market and shows a model developed specifically for North America.
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Perkins installs 1206 hydrogen hybrid power unit for field testing in Terex Ecotec shredder
Perkins is installing its 1206 hydrogen hybrid industrial open power unit in a Terex Ecotec TDS 820 shredder for field testing. The test is meant to evaluate the fuel-flexible hybrid system developed under Project Coeus with Equipmake.
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VinFast announces U.S. electric bus entry with NexMove partnership
VinFast said it will enter the U.S. electric bus market through a partnership with NexMove, with certified vehicle deliveries planned from the first quarter of 2028. The announcement matters because it marks the company’s planned expansion into a new market segment in the United States.
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ENC unveils ZAVIR Class 3 electric shuttle concept for the US market
ENC has unveiled ZAVIR, a purpose-built Class 3 shuttle platform for the US market, with battery-electric and range-extended electric configurations planned. The first ZAVIR concept vehicle is on show at APTA EXPO 2026 in Chicago.
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Autocraft’s REVIVE EV battery repair workshops win Automechanika Green Award
Autocraft Solutions Group won the Green Award at the Automechanika Frankfurt Innovation Awards 2026 for its REVIVE workshops. The award highlights EV battery repair and remanufacturing as a route to handling failed battery packs.
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Rivian reports Q3 2026 deliveries and says R2 SUV production is ramping up
Rivian said it delivered 19,248 vehicles in Q3 2026, a 46% increase year over year. The company also reaffirmed its 65,000-70,000 full-year target as R2 SUV production ramps up.
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SANY presents five-model battery-electric truck range for Europe at IAA Transportation 2026
SANY said it is expanding its European electric truck range with five battery-electric models shown at IAA Transportation 2026. The lineup covers long-haul, regional, construction and municipal applications.
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Three electric buses complete 1,600-kilometre Ethiopia-Kenya journey
Three Golden Dragon PIVOT E12 battery-electric buses completed a 1,600-kilometre trip from Addis Ababa to the Ethiopia-Kenya border. The journey tested electric bus operation beyond urban routes.
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Dukosi opens sampling of DK-NFLNK contactless battery communication solution
Dukosi has made its DK-NFLNK contactless communication solution available for sampling by key customers. The company says the system is intended to replace traditional wiring and connectors between battery AFEs and the BMS.
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Rivian reports third-quarter production and delivery figures as R2 ramp continues
Rivian said its third-quarter production and delivery numbers keep it on track for annual targets, including the R2 ramp. The update matters because it comes amid slower growth in the US electric vehicle market.
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Ride1Up launches Prodigy V2 Eco e-bike with Brose mid-drive motor
Ride1Up has launched the Prodigy V2 Eco, an e-bike priced at $1,295. The model uses a German-made Brose TF Sprinter mid-drive motor and a 504 Wh battery, which may matter to buyers looking for a lower-cost mid-drive option.
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Geely begins rolling out 2.25 MW chargers in China
Geely has started deploying a charging network linked to its ultra-fast charging system with peak power of up to 2,250 kW. Reports say stations have already appeared in five Chinese cities, indicating the start of a broader infrastructure rollout.
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T&E finds electric trucks cheaper to run in key EU markets
Transport & Environment finds electric trucks are cheaper to run in key EU markets, according to the source title and summary. The finding is presented alongside truckmakers' push for a delay to EU CO2 targets.
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Smart announces new all-electric #2 two-seater
Smart said the new #2 will be an all-electric two-seater with a CATL battery, about 300 km WLTP range and 20-minute fast charging. The announcement matters because it shows a new small EV model with updated platform and safety technology.
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Stadler and Metra to present battery-electric FLIRT train at APTA EXPO 2026
Stadler and Metra will present the first battery-electric FLIRT train developed for the US market at APTA EXPO 2026 in Chicago on 5 October. The presentation highlights Metra’s planned introduction of zero-emission rolling stock on its network.
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Sinotruk prepares European entry with electric and diesel trucks
Sinotruk is preparing to enter the European market with electric and diesel trucks after showing European-oriented models at IAA Transportation 2026. The company says initial small-batch deliveries are expected in early 2027, with support services and possible European assembly still being developed.
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Chery shows Phoenix electric trucks in Europe at IAA Transportation 2026
Chery Commercial Vehicle presented its Phoenix heavy-duty trucks in Europe under the C&C Trucks brand. The lineup includes a battery-electric version and a range-extender version, both linked to a mobile battery-swapping system.
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