

Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 13, 2019

How Close Are We to Autonomous Cars?
In the past decade, progress continues in the development and deployment of autonomous driving technologies. IDTechEx forecasts that autonomous car and mobitliy services will become a $2.5 trillion market by 2040.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 13, 2019

Nuro and Walmart Have Teamed Up on Autonomous Grocery Delivery
Walmart, moves products to 200 million customers across more than 11,000 stores worldwide. Nuro feels honored to act as an extension of this modern supply chain, partnering with the world's largest company by revenue and largest private employer.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 13, 2019

Start of Production of Mercedes-Benz eSprinter
The founder of its own segment - the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter - is taking the next step and will, in the future, also be operating fully electrically too.
IDTechEx Research Subscribers

Future of Transportation Conference Vienna Dec 10/11: Our Report
Future of Transportation Conference Vienna Dec 10/11: Our Report
IDTechEx Research Subscribers

Electric Vehicle Highlights at the IDTechEx Show!
'Electric Vehicles: Everything is Changing' is part of the broader IDTechEx Show! - the largest IDTechEx events that bring together 3500 high-level executives across seven emerging technology sectors.\r\n
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 12, 2019

Volvo Presents Heavy-Duty Electric Concept Trucks
Volvo Trucks, having recently started sales of electric trucks for urban transport, believes that electrification can become a competitive alternative also for heavier trucks. To explore and demonstrate the possibilities, Volvo Trucks has developed electric concept trucks for construction operations and regional distribution.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 11, 2019

BYD Lands Europe's Largest Ever Electric Bus Order
BYD has secured the largest ever single order for electric buses in Europe in a deal with Keolis Nederland BV, the Dutch subsidiary of global public transport provider, Keolis. The landmark order comprises 259 pure-electric, 100% emissions-free BYD eBuses scheduled for programmed delivery from next summer.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 11, 2019

Spying on Hippos With Drones to Help Conservation Efforts
A new study has shown that using a drone to film hippos in Africa is an effective, affordable tool for conservationists to monitor the threatened species' population from a safe distance, particularly in remote and aquatic areas.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 10, 2019

GM and LG Chem Team Up to Advance Toward an All-Electric Future
General Motors and LG Chem announced plans to mass-produce battery cells for future battery-electric vehicles. Together, the companies will invest up to a total of $2.3 billion through a new, equally owned joint venture company.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 10, 2019

Northvolt & Mälarenergi Partner on Energy Storage for EV Charging
Northvolt and Swedish power provider Mälarenergi are partnering to establish a battery energy storage system at an electric vehicle charging station in Västerås, Sweden.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 9, 2019

A $250Bn Revolution: Mobile Robots and Autonomous Vehicles in Delivery
Automation in the delivery/logistic and warehousing/fulfilment chain is a growing market. A particularly exciting subset of this is the use of mobile robots, drones, and autonomous vehicles for automation of movement-based tasks.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 9, 2019

Hyundai Motor Unveils Electrification Roadmap to 2025
Under the new roadmap, named Strategy 2025, the company will foster Smart Mobility Device and Smart Mobility Service as two core business pillars, and the synergy between the two pillars is expected to facilitate the company's transition into a Smart Mobility Solution Provider.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 6, 2019

Women in STEM Discussion at the IDTechEx Show! USA 2019
At the IDTechEx Show! USA 2019, in Santa Clara, there was a panel discussion on "Women in STEM". This article summarizes the key topics and points from the discussion.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 5, 2019

Pirelli Developing Tyres to Interact with 5G Network
Pirelli is the first tyre company in the world to transmit information detected by intelligent tyres regarding the road surface via the 5G network.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 5, 2019

Full Throttle on Global Vehicle to Grid Trials
A new website has gathered a complete picture of vehicle-to-grid projects in one place to help industry collaboration.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 4, 2019

Kia Charges Forward with Electric Models in 2020
With the new and updated e-Niro and the all-new Soul EV arriving in 2020, Kia will have two distinctive battery electric vehicles capable of 280 miles range or more on a full charge, emitting zero tailpipe emissions.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 3, 2019

BMW Group to Build MINI E with Great Wall Motor in China
The BMW Group and Great Wall Motor are building a joint plant in China, where the BMW Group will produce future fully-electric models of its MINI brand. The plant will have a standard capacity of up to 160,000 vehicles per year.
IDTechEx Research Subscribers

Robot Shuttles: 2020-2030
New mode of travel: Level 4/5 autonomous, multipurpose pods.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 2, 2019

Audi to Spend €12 Billion Solely for Electric Mobility
AUDI AG has planned a total amount of approximately €37 billion for research and development expenditure and investment in property, plant and equipment over the next five years. Against the backdrop of its roadmap towards electrification, Audi is planning upfront expenditure of €12 billion solely for electric mobility - more than ever before.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 13, 2019

How Close Are We to Autonomous Cars?
In the past decade, progress continues in the development and deployment of autonomous driving technologies. IDTechEx forecasts that autonomous car and mobitliy services will become a $2.5 trillion market by 2040.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 13, 2019

Start of Production of Mercedes-Benz eSprinter
The founder of its own segment - the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter - is taking the next step and will, in the future, also be operating fully electrically too.
IDTechEx Research Subscribers

Electric Vehicle Highlights at the IDTechEx Show!
'Electric Vehicles: Everything is Changing' is part of the broader IDTechEx Show! - the largest IDTechEx events that bring together 3500 high-level executives across seven emerging technology sectors.\r\n
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 11, 2019

BYD Lands Europe's Largest Ever Electric Bus Order
BYD has secured the largest ever single order for electric buses in Europe in a deal with Keolis Nederland BV, the Dutch subsidiary of global public transport provider, Keolis. The landmark order comprises 259 pure-electric, 100% emissions-free BYD eBuses scheduled for programmed delivery from next summer.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 10, 2019

GM and LG Chem Team Up to Advance Toward an All-Electric Future
General Motors and LG Chem announced plans to mass-produce battery cells for future battery-electric vehicles. Together, the companies will invest up to a total of $2.3 billion through a new, equally owned joint venture company.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 9, 2019

A $250Bn Revolution: Mobile Robots and Autonomous Vehicles in Delivery
Automation in the delivery/logistic and warehousing/fulfilment chain is a growing market. A particularly exciting subset of this is the use of mobile robots, drones, and autonomous vehicles for automation of movement-based tasks.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 6, 2019

Women in STEM Discussion at the IDTechEx Show! USA 2019
At the IDTechEx Show! USA 2019, in Santa Clara, there was a panel discussion on "Women in STEM". This article summarizes the key topics and points from the discussion.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 5, 2019

Full Throttle on Global Vehicle to Grid Trials
A new website has gathered a complete picture of vehicle-to-grid projects in one place to help industry collaboration.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 3, 2019

BMW Group to Build MINI E with Great Wall Motor in China
The BMW Group and Great Wall Motor are building a joint plant in China, where the BMW Group will produce future fully-electric models of its MINI brand. The plant will have a standard capacity of up to 160,000 vehicles per year.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 2, 2019

Audi to Spend €12 Billion Solely for Electric Mobility
AUDI AG has planned a total amount of approximately €37 billion for research and development expenditure and investment in property, plant and equipment over the next five years. Against the backdrop of its roadmap towards electrification, Audi is planning upfront expenditure of €12 billion solely for electric mobility - more than ever before.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 13, 2019

Nuro and Walmart Have Teamed Up on Autonomous Grocery Delivery
Walmart, moves products to 200 million customers across more than 11,000 stores worldwide. Nuro feels honored to act as an extension of this modern supply chain, partnering with the world's largest company by revenue and largest private employer.
IDTechEx Research Subscribers

Future of Transportation Conference Vienna Dec 10/11: Our Report
Future of Transportation Conference Vienna Dec 10/11: Our Report
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 12, 2019

Volvo Presents Heavy-Duty Electric Concept Trucks
Volvo Trucks, having recently started sales of electric trucks for urban transport, believes that electrification can become a competitive alternative also for heavier trucks. To explore and demonstrate the possibilities, Volvo Trucks has developed electric concept trucks for construction operations and regional distribution.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 11, 2019

Spying on Hippos With Drones to Help Conservation Efforts
A new study has shown that using a drone to film hippos in Africa is an effective, affordable tool for conservationists to monitor the threatened species' population from a safe distance, particularly in remote and aquatic areas.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 10, 2019

Northvolt & Mälarenergi Partner on Energy Storage for EV Charging
Northvolt and Swedish power provider Mälarenergi are partnering to establish a battery energy storage system at an electric vehicle charging station in Västerås, Sweden.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 9, 2019

Hyundai Motor Unveils Electrification Roadmap to 2025
Under the new roadmap, named Strategy 2025, the company will foster Smart Mobility Device and Smart Mobility Service as two core business pillars, and the synergy between the two pillars is expected to facilitate the company's transition into a Smart Mobility Solution Provider.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 5, 2019

Pirelli Developing Tyres to Interact with 5G Network
Pirelli is the first tyre company in the world to transmit information detected by intelligent tyres regarding the road surface via the 5G network.
Electric Vehicles Research
Dec 4, 2019

Kia Charges Forward with Electric Models in 2020
With the new and updated e-Niro and the all-new Soul EV arriving in 2020, Kia will have two distinctive battery electric vehicles capable of 280 miles range or more on a full charge, emitting zero tailpipe emissions.
IDTechEx Research Subscribers

Robot Shuttles: 2020-2030
New mode of travel: Level 4/5 autonomous, multipurpose pods.