Mobility
Vianode, Norway partners with Ateios Systems, USA for synthetic anode graphite supply
On March 19, Vianode, an advanced battery materials company, and Ateios Systems, a US-based battery component supplier, signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the supply of high-performance synthetic anode graphite to support Ateios’ advanced electrode platform, with phased deliveries planned for use in various battery
U.S. Transportation Department choses eight eVTOL pilot programs
On March 9, as part of President Trump’s push for vertical takeoff mobility, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced eight proposals selected as part of the brand-new Advanced Air Mobility and Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) Integration Pilot Program (eIPP).
Chosen from more
Joby begins testing of first U.S. FAA-conforming aircraft
On March 11, Joby Aviation, a California-based developer of electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, announced it has begun flight testing its first U.S. Federal Aviation Administration-conforming aircraft for Type Inspection Authorization (TIA), a major step on the path to type certification. Initial te
Hyundai’s Supernal eVTOL subsidiary lays off majority of staff in California
On February 27, Hyundai Motor Group’s struggling electric vertical take-off (eVTOL) subsidiary, Supernal, laid off the majority of its staff as it finds itself far from being bringing a viable aircraft to market despite more than USD 6 billion in investment from Hyundai since its 2020 launch.
A spokesperson stated th
GlobalData blog: Tackling Europe’s bus driver shortage
The automotive sector is a dynamic industry, shaped by digitalization, innovation, and evolving regulations. Yet, one issue remains persistently difficult, and has become even more acute since the COVID-19 pandemic: driver shortages. At Busworld Europe 2025, industry stakeholders emphasized the urgency of overcoming
Uber Air powered by Joby to launch in 2026
On February 25, Joby Aviation announced that Uber Air powered by Joby will enable riders to book an all-electric air taxi directly in the Uber app. Joby expects to carry its first passengers later in 2026 in Dubai, marking a major milestone in the Joby-Uber partnership to bring multi-modal transportation to cities ar
INRIX announces new generation of AI Traffic products to enhance mobility
On February 24, INRIX announced a major expansion of its Traffic product family, introducing new AI-driven capabilities designed to help transportation agencies and logistics organizations shift from reactive traffic management to proactive, safety-focused operations.
Building on its 20-year history of GPS-based real
Kenya launches National Electric Mobility Policy
On February 3, the Ministry of Roads and Transport of Kenya officially launched the National Electric Mobility (e-Mobility) Policy. The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) would significantly reduce Kenya’s annual petroleum import bill, currently estimated at USD 5 billion. It will create new value chains in manufact
Toyota-backed Joby Aviation acquires second Ohio manufacturing facility
On January 7, Joby Aviation, Inc., a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, announced it has signed an agreement to acquire a manufacturing facility in the Dayton, Ohio area spanning more than 700,000 square feet. The facility, which will begin operations this year, will initially sup
CES 2026: Strutt ev debuts as smart everyday personal mobility
Announced on January 5, 2026, Strutt, a Singapore-based robotics firm, unveiled the Strutt ev at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), positioning it as a new class of smart everyday personal mobility designed to enhance independence, confidence, and daily usability.
Built on Strutt’s evSense 360-degree perceptio
Vingroup to develop electric urban transport using VinFast vehicles in Kinshasa, Congo
On December 29, Vingroup announced the signing of a trilateral memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the city of Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Exposure SARL. The agreement establishes a cooperation framework to support the development of an urban transport system in Kinshasa.
Under the MoU, Vingro



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