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PowerCell has received an order to equip two additional GMI bulk carriers with hydrogen fuel cell systems, bringing the total collaboration to four vessels. The deal adds to the companies’ hydrogen-electric shipping deployment.
Brazilian electric motorcycle and battery-swapping company Vammo says it has reached EBITDA profitability, passed 10 million battery swaps and grown to more than 10,000 active riders. The milestones matter as the company prepares to expand beyond São Paulo.
Nissan says the Frontier Pro plug-in hybrid pickup will go on sale globally, with Mexico first in 2026. The model’s expansion to Australia and New Zealand in 2027 shows the company extending its electrified pickup lineup into more markets.
Ultraviolette Automotive’s Chief Product Officer Vinayak Bhat outlined why the company began with high-performance electric two-wheelers instead of mass-market models. He also discussed the company’s 100-volt architecture, upcoming models and lessons from its expansion into Europe.
DeepDrive says it has secured a high-volume nomination from an unnamed global vehicle manufacturer, with series production planned to start in 2028. The development matters because it points to future industrial-scale supply for electric drive systems and comes as the Munich-based company also builds a presence in China.
Waymo says it plans to begin operations in Singapore in 2028. The move would be its first market in Southeast Asia after planned expansion into Germany and Japan in 2027.
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.
New Flyer has been awarded an order for 100 more buses for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority under an existing five-year contract. The order adds hybrid-electric and battery-electric buses to the agency's fleet plan.
Arla Foods has expanded its battery-electric truck fleet with four additional DAF XD Electrics. The trucks will be used to deliver chilled dairy products in Denmark, supported by a new charging facility at the company’s Hobro depot.
IONNA said its US EV charging network has more than doubled since the start of 2026 and now includes more than 180 live charging sites. The expansion matters because the consortium is building out public charging infrastructure without using a proprietary app.
Trans Semarang has announced plans to deploy 27 electric buses in Semarang, Central Java. The rollout adds to the city bus fleet and the remaining units are to be deployed in phases later this year.
Ampol plans to acquire charge point operator Evie Networks for AU$225 million. The deal would expand Ampol’s charging network to around 1,425 bays across more than 400 sites, increasing its electric-vehicle charging footprint.
Ionna said its charging network has more than doubled this year and now includes over 180 sites in the United States. The expansion matters because more sites are coming online each week.
International Mining reports a broader push by Chinese suppliers of electric and autonomous mining trucks to access overseas markets. The source title also identifies Breton in connection with that coverage.
EHang said it has expanded its Global Fast Track Program to Vietnam and will work with Hanoi authorities and a local partner. The move indicates the company is extending its market and regulatory engagement in another country.
Hyundai is reportedly preparing to add two more electric models to its Ioniq range within the next 12 to 18 months. The move would broaden the lineup with two differently sized electric SUVs, if the report proves accurate.
Li Auto’s source says the all-electric Li i9 had its world premiere in China and is its largest SUV yet at 5.25 meters long. The source also says Li Auto is on the verge of expanding into Europe and will unveil the Li 6 for Europe at the Paris Motor Show in October.
Leapmotor said it now has 1,020 retail locations in 36 European countries, covering 80% of the region. The expansion is presented as part of its partnership with Stellantis and indicates a wider sales footprint across Europe.
OBE Power has received a new equity investment from North Sky Capital. The capital is intended to support expansion of its North American EV charging network, adding resources alongside an existing credit facility.