Car sharing trends for 2026 revealed
The car sharing sector will be shaped by five trends in 2026, according to shared mobility tech firm Invers. The car sharing sector in Europe will centre around five key trends in 2026 Discussions with customers and experts have revealed that market development this year will centre around autonomous and tele-driven vehicles, the shutdown of Read More
Motive launches AI Dashcam Plus to detect risk faster and prevent more collisions
Motive, a global specialist in AI-powered fleet technology, has launched a new commercial vehicle AI dashcam designed to detect and respond to risk instantly. The AI Dashcam Plus is designed to detect risk faster and prevent more collisions Dubbed AI Dashcam Plus, the new solution brings improved AI capabilities, hands-free communication and reliability together in Read More
Volkswagen e-Transporter and e-Caravelle get 13% range boost and AWD option
Volkswagen has upped electric range on the e-Transporter and e-Caravelle and debuted a new all-wheel drive option. The new 70kWh battery enables a WLTP range of up to 380km The Volkswagen e-Transporter and e-Caravelle are now able to drive longer and deliver shorter charging times and a new AWD option under latest technical changes. The Read More
Renault teases new Filante high-end crossover
Renault has revealed initial details of its upcoming luxury crossover ahead of its debut in Seoul on 13 January 2026. Dubbed Filante to signify “shooting stars, outer space and journeys”, the new model will take the form of a “distinctive and daring upcoming high-end crossover” and advances plans to lead the brand upmarket and strengthen Read More
BYD topples Tesla as world’s top EV seller
China’s BYD has overtaken Tesla as the world’s bestselling EV carmaker after sales dropped at the American EV giant for the second year running. The UK is now BYD’s largest market outside China Newly published figures from Tesla show deliveries of 1.64 million vehicles in 2025 compared to 1.79 million a year earlier. Meanwhile, Chinese Read More
Volkswagen ID. Polo previews future cockpit generation with physical buttons
Volkswagen has uncovered the interior of its upcoming ID. Polo electric supermini, giving a preview into the new-look design for all future ID. electric models. The new shots of the near-production concept, revealed ahead of the ID. Polo’s launch later this year, show a complete rethink on the interior and cockpit architecture for the Renault Read More
Renault Filante EV concept goes 626 miles at motorway speeds without charging
A dramatic EV concept developed by Renault has set an electric efficiency record in everyday driving conditions. Renault Filante Record 2025 The Renault Filante Record 2025 electric demo car managed 1,008km (626 miles) in less than 10 hours, at an average speed of 102km/h (63mph) and a consumption of 7.8kWh/100km (7.97mpkWh), with an 87kWh battery Read More
BEVs and plug-in hybrids power growth in Europe’s new car market
Europe’s new car market recorded moderate growth in October, driven predominantly by battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. BYD continues to rapidly gain market share in Europe Just over a million new cars (1,088,275) were registered across Europe-28 in October; up 4.8% year-on-year, according to latest Jato Dynamics data. The highest-performing markets in terms of Read More
Uber and Lyft partner with China’s Baidu for UK robotaxi trials in 2026
US ride-hailing companies Lyft and Uber are partnering with Chinese self-driving tech giant Baidu to trial driverless taxis in the UK next year. The plans could see hundreds of robotaxis take to the roads in London The plans, which are pending regulatory approval, could see hundreds of robotaxis take to the roads in London, following Read More
Motive appoints AI innovator to board of directors
Motive, the AI platform for physical operations, has appointed Adeyemi (Ade) Ajao to its board of directors. Adeyemi Ajao will help guide Motive’s next phase of global, AI-powered expansion The seasoned founder, technology investor and AI strategist will help guide the firm’s next phase of global, AI-powered expansion. Ajao is an AI innovator and enterprise Read More